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Sun Times in Borgarnes
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Borgarnes?
Sunrise in Borgarnes on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Borgarnes?
Sunset in Borgarnes on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 8:19 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Borgarnes?
Morning golden hour in Borgarnes ends at 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Borgarnes?
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Borgarnes there are 13 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Borgarnes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Borgarnes at 1:25 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Borgarnes?
In Borgarnes, sunset is at 8:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:52 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). Civil twilight ends at 9:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Borgarnes?
Twilight in Borgarnes lasts approximately 214 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 Borgarnes?
The earliest sunrise in Borgarnes in 2026 is at 2:44 AM on June 18 (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Borgarnes?
The latest sunset in Borgarnes in 2026 is at 11:59 PM on June 9 (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Borgarnes?
After sunset at 8:19 PM in Borgarnes, civil twilight ends at 9:10 PM — about 51 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:52 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik).
What these times mean
Solar times in Borgarnes 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 Borgarnes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Borgarnes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10:59 AM | 4:15 PM | 5h 16m |
| February | 9:24 AM | 5:59 PM | 8h 35m |
| March | 7:46 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 42m |
| April | 5:54 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 09m |
| May | 4:08 AM | 10:42 PM | 18h 34m |
| June | 2:46 AM | 12:10 AM | 21h 24m |
| July | 3:34 AM | 11:30 PM | 19h 56m |
| August | 5:16 AM | 9:46 PM | 16h 30m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 04m |
| October | 8:19 AM | 6:06 PM | 9h 47m |
| November | 10:00 AM | 4:23 PM | 6h 24m |
| December | 11:23 AM | 3:22 PM | 3h 59m |