Today in Kristinehamn, Sweden, the sun rises at 4:01 AM and sets at 10:17 PM, giving the city exactly 18h 16m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kristinehamn is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kristinehamn
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kristinehamn runs from N/A to 5:14 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:04 PM and lasts until 10:17 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kristinehamn experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 18h 16m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kristinehamn falls exactly at 1:09 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 52.18 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kristinehamn in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kristinehamn?
At Kristinehamn's latitude of 59.3113619°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 379.52° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kristinehamn are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 59.3113619, 14.11176. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kristinehamn (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 Kristinehamn versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:01 AM | 10:17 PM | 18h 16m |
| 2025 | 4:01 AM | 10:17 PM | 18h 16m |
| 2021 | 4:01 AM | 10:17 PM | 18h 15m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kristinehamn today?
In Kristinehamn, the sun rises at exactly 4:01 AM and sets at 10:17 PM today. This gives the city a total of 18h 16m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kristinehamn today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kristinehamn runs from N/A to 5:14 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:04 PM and lasts until 10:11 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kristinehamn shift every day?
At Kristinehamn's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 379.52° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 3 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kristinehamn at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:09 PM when the sun reaches 52.18. This produces very high UV, typical of Kristinehamn in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kristinehamn 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 4:01 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:01 AM.