Today in Tromso, Norway, the sun rises at 4:14 AM and sets at 9:23 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 9m of daylight. That is 10 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 10 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Tromso is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Tromso
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Tromso runs from N/A to 5:45 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:52 PM and lasts until 9:23 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Tromso's high-latitude position means daylight swings dramatically across the year, from near-polar days exceeding 20 hours in summer to under 5 hours in winter.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Tromso falls exactly at 12:48 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 31.38 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Tromso today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Tromso?
At Tromso's latitude of 69.6516345°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 20.80° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Tromso are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 69.6516345, 18.9558585. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Tromso (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Tromso versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:14 AM | 9:23 PM | 17h 9m |
| 2025 | 4:15 AM | 9:22 PM | 17h 6m |
| 2021 | 4:15 AM | 9:22 PM | 17h 6m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Tromso today?
In Tromso, the sun rises at exactly 4:14 AM and sets at 9:23 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 9m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Tromso today?
Today, morning golden hour in Tromso runs from N/A to 5:45 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:52 PM and lasts until 9:15 PM.
Why does sunrise in Tromso shift every day?
At Tromso's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 20.80° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 10 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Tromso at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:48 PM when the sun reaches 31.38. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Tromso today.
Has the sunrise time in Tromso changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 4:15 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:15 AM.