Today in Murmansk, Russia, the sun rises at 12:53 AM and sets at 12:53 AM, giving the city exactly 24h 0m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 166 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Murmansk is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Murmansk
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Murmansk runs from N/A to 3:35 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 10:12 PM and lasts until 12:53 AM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Murmansk'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 Murmansk falls exactly at 12:53 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.72 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 Murmansk today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Murmansk?
At Murmansk's latitude of 68.970665°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 399.20° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Murmansk are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 68.970665, 33.07497. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Murmansk (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 Murmansk versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 12:53 AM | 12:53 AM | 24h 0m |
| 2025 | 12:53 AM | 12:53 AM | 24h 0m |
| 2021 | 12:53 AM | 12:53 AM | 24h 0m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Murmansk today?
In Murmansk, the sun rises at exactly 12:53 AM and sets at 12:53 AM today. This gives the city a total of 24h 0m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Murmansk today?
Today, morning golden hour in Murmansk runs from N/A to 3:35 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 10:12 PM and lasts until 12:53 AM.
Why does sunrise in Murmansk shift every day?
At Murmansk's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 399.20° (NE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Murmansk at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:53 PM when the sun reaches 39.72. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Murmansk today.
Has the sunrise time in Murmansk 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 12:53 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 12:53 AM.