Today in Västerbotten County, Sweden, the sun rises at 4:52 AM and sets at 8:48 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 55m 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, Västerbotten County is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Västerbotten County
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Västerbotten County runs from N/A to 6:02 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:38 PM and lasts until 8:48 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Västerbotten County'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 Västerbotten County falls exactly at 12:50 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.03 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 Västerbotten County today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Västerbotten County?
At Västerbotten County's latitude of 64.7282044°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 21.52° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Västerbotten County are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 64.7282044, 18.5534514. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Västerbotten 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 Västerbotten County versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:52 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 55m |
| 2025 | 4:53 AM | 8:47 PM | 15h 54m |
| 2021 | 4:53 AM | 8:47 PM | 15h 53m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Västerbotten County today?
In Västerbotten County, the sun rises at exactly 4:52 AM and sets at 8:48 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 55m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Västerbotten County today?
Today, morning golden hour in Västerbotten County runs from N/A to 6:02 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:38 PM and lasts until 8:42 PM.
Why does sunrise in Västerbotten County shift every day?
At Västerbotten County's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 21.52° (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 Västerbotten County at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:50 PM when the sun reaches 36.03. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Västerbotten County today.
Has the sunrise time in Västerbotten 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 4:53 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:53 AM.