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Sun Times in Oslo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Oslo?
Sunrise in Oslo on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Oslo?
Sunset in Oslo on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:47 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Oslo?
Morning golden hour in Oslo ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Oslo?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Oslo there are 14 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Oslo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Oslo at 1:19 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Oslo?
In Oslo, sunset is at 8:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:23 AM (Europe/Oslo). Civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Oslo?
Twilight in Oslo lasts approximately 216 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Oslo?
The earliest sunrise in Oslo in 2026 is at 3:53 AM on June 16 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Oslo?
The latest sunset in Oslo in 2026 is at 10:44 PM on June 22 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Oslo?
After sunset at 8:47 PM in Oslo, civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM — about 47 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:23 AM (Europe/Oslo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Oslo shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Oslo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Oslo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:03 AM | 3:49 PM | 6h 45m |
| February | 7:54 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 13m |
| March | 6:34 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 45m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 34m |
| May | 4:40 AM | 9:48 PM | 17h 08m |
| June | 3:54 AM | 10:41 PM | 18h 47m |
| July | 4:21 AM | 10:23 PM | 18h 02m |
| August | 5:31 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 38m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 54m |
| October | 7:55 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 13m |
| November | 8:14 AM | 3:48 PM | 7h 34m |
| December | 9:13 AM | 3:10 PM | 5h 58m |