Today in Kiruna, Sweden, the sun rises at 4:28 AM and sets at 8:58 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 29m of daylight. That is 8 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 8 minutes of daylight each day. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kiruna is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kiruna
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kiruna runs from N/A to 5:49 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:36 PM and lasts until 8:58 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kiruna'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 Kiruna falls exactly at 12:43 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.54 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 Kiruna today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kiruna?
At Kiruna's latitude of 67.8496111°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 22.78° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kiruna are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 67.8496111, 20.30625. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kiruna (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 Kiruna versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:28 AM | 8:58 PM | 16h 29m |
| 2025 | 4:29 AM | 8:56 PM | 16h 27m |
| 2021 | 4:29 AM | 8:56 PM | 16h 27m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kiruna today?
In Kiruna, the sun rises at exactly 4:28 AM and sets at 8:58 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 29m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kiruna today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kiruna runs from N/A to 5:49 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:36 PM and lasts until 8:51 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kiruna shift every day?
At Kiruna's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 22.78° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 8 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kiruna at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:43 PM when the sun reaches 32.54. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kiruna today.
Has the sunrise time in Kiruna 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 4:29 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:29 AM.