Today in Uppsala, Sweden, the sun rises at 5:19 AM and sets at 8:28 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 9m 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, Uppsala is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Uppsala
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Uppsala runs from N/A to 6:17 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:30 PM and lasts until 8:28 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Uppsala experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 9m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Uppsala falls exactly at 12:54 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 40.71 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 Uppsala today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Uppsala?
At Uppsala's latitude of 59.8586126°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 21.82° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Uppsala are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 59.8586126, 17.6387436. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Uppsala (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 Uppsala versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:19 AM | 8:28 PM | 15h 9m |
| 2025 | 5:20 AM | 8:28 PM | 15h 7m |
| 2021 | 5:20 AM | 8:27 PM | 15h 7m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Uppsala today?
In Uppsala, the sun rises at exactly 5:19 AM and sets at 8:28 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 9m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Uppsala today?
Today, morning golden hour in Uppsala runs from N/A to 6:17 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:30 PM and lasts until 8:24 PM.
Why does sunrise in Uppsala shift every day?
At Uppsala's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 21.82° (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 Uppsala at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:54 PM when the sun reaches 40.71. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Uppsala today.
Has the sunrise time in Uppsala 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 5:20 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:20 AM.