Today in Viken, Norway, the sun rises at 5:34 AM and sets at 9:18 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 44m of daylight. That is 6 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 6 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Viken is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Viken
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Viken runs from N/A to 6:41 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:11 PM and lasts until 9:18 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Viken'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 Viken falls exactly at 1:26 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 38.12 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 Viken today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Viken?
At Viken's latitude of 63.6807218°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 10.84° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Viken are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 63.6807218, 9.5930848. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Viken (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 Viken versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:34 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 44m |
| 2025 | 5:35 AM | 9:17 PM | 15h 42m |
| 2021 | 5:35 AM | 9:17 PM | 15h 42m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Viken today?
In Viken, the sun rises at exactly 5:34 AM and sets at 9:18 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 44m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Viken today?
Today, morning golden hour in Viken runs from N/A to 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:11 PM and lasts until 9:12 PM.
Why does sunrise in Viken shift every day?
At Viken's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 10.84° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 6 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Viken at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:26 PM when the sun reaches 38.12. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Viken today.
Has the sunrise time in Viken 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 5:35 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:35 AM.