Today in Luleå, Sweden, the sun rises at 4:33 AM and sets at 8:39 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 6m of daylight. That is 7 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 7 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Luleå is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Luleå
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Luleå runs from N/A to 5:45 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:26 PM and lasts until 8:39 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Luleå'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 Luleå falls exactly at 12:36 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 34.65 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 Luleå today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Luleå?
At Luleå's latitude of 65.5831187°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 25.52° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Luleå are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 65.5831187, 22.1459535. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Luleå (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 Luleå versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:33 AM | 8:39 PM | 16h 6m |
| 2025 | 4:33 AM | 8:38 PM | 16h 4m |
| 2021 | 4:34 AM | 8:38 PM | 16h 4m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Luleå today?
In Luleå, the sun rises at exactly 4:33 AM and sets at 8:39 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 6m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Luleå today?
Today, morning golden hour in Luleå runs from N/A to 5:45 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:26 PM and lasts until 8:33 PM.
Why does sunrise in Luleå shift every day?
At Luleå's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 25.52° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 7 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Luleå at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:36 PM when the sun reaches 34.65. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Luleå today.
Has the sunrise time in Luleå 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 4:33 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:34 AM.