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Sun Times in Bergen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bergen?
Sunrise in Bergen on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bergen?
Sunset in Bergen on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 9:25 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bergen?
Morning golden hour in Bergen ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:25 PM.
How long is the day in Bergen?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Bergen there are 15 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bergen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bergen at 1:42 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bergen?
In Bergen, sunset is at 9:25 PM and civil twilight ends at 10:15 PM (Europe/Oslo). At this time of year the sky never reaches full darkness (astronomical dusk) — a faint twilight glow lingers all night.
How long does twilight last in Bergen?
At this time of year, twilight in Bergen lasts all night: the sun never drops far enough below the horizon for full darkness (astronomical dusk) to occur.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Bergen?
The earliest sunrise in Bergen in 2026 is at 4:09 AM on June 17 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bergen?
The latest sunset in Bergen in 2026 is at 11:11 PM on June 20 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bergen?
After sunset at 9:25 PM in Bergen, civil twilight ends at 10:15 PM — about 50 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. At this time of year the sky never becomes fully dark: astronomical twilight lasts until morning.
What these times mean
Solar times in Bergen 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 Bergen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bergen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:29 AM | 4:07 PM | 6h 38m |
| February | 8:18 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 10m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 45m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 8:58 PM | 14h 37m |
| May | 4:58 AM | 10:13 PM | 17h 15m |
| June | 4:10 AM | 11:08 PM | 18h 58m |
| July | 4:38 AM | 10:49 PM | 18h 11m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 9:33 PM | 15h 43m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 8:00 PM | 12h 55m |
| October | 8:18 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 10m |
| November | 8:38 AM | 4:06 PM | 7h 28m |
| December | 9:39 AM | 3:27 PM | 5h 48m |