Today in Stockholm County, Sweden, the sun rises at 3:42 AM and sets at 10:00 PM, giving the city exactly 18h 18m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Stockholm County is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Stockholm County
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Stockholm County runs from N/A to 4:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:46 PM and lasts until 10:00 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Stockholm County experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 18h 18m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Stockholm County falls exactly at 12:51 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 51.20 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Stockholm County in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Stockholm County?
At Stockholm County's latitude of 59.3948653°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 386.10° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Stockholm County are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 59.3948653, 18.6660073. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Stockholm County (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 Stockholm County versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 3:42 AM | 10:00 PM | 18h 18m |
| 2025 | 3:42 AM | 10:00 PM | 18h 17m |
| 2021 | 3:42 AM | 10:00 PM | 18h 17m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Stockholm County today?
In Stockholm County, the sun rises at exactly 3:42 AM and sets at 10:00 PM today. This gives the city a total of 18h 18m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Stockholm County today?
Today, morning golden hour in Stockholm County runs from N/A to 4:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:46 PM and lasts until 9:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Stockholm County shift every day?
At Stockholm County's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 386.10° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Stockholm County at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:51 PM when the sun reaches 51.20. This produces very high UV, typical of Stockholm County in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Stockholm County 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 3:42 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 3:42 AM.