Today in Karlstad, Sweden, the sun rises at 5:37 AM and sets at 8:43 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 5m of daylight. That is 5 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 5 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Karlstad is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Karlstad
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Karlstad runs from N/A to 6:35 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:46 PM and lasts until 8:43 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Karlstad experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 5m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Karlstad falls exactly at 1:10 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 41.86 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 Karlstad today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Karlstad?
At Karlstad's latitude of 59.3809146°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 16.66° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Karlstad are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 59.3809146, 13.5027631. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Karlstad (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 Karlstad versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:37 AM | 8:43 PM | 15h 5m |
| 2025 | 5:38 AM | 8:42 PM | 15h 4m |
| 2021 | 5:38 AM | 8:42 PM | 15h 4m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Karlstad today?
In Karlstad, the sun rises at exactly 5:37 AM and sets at 8:43 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 5m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Karlstad today?
Today, morning golden hour in Karlstad runs from N/A to 6:35 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:46 PM and lasts until 8:38 PM.
Why does sunrise in Karlstad shift every day?
At Karlstad's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 16.66° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 5 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Karlstad at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:10 PM when the sun reaches 41.86. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Karlstad today.
Has the sunrise time in Karlstad 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 5:38 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:38 AM.