Sun Times in Kópavogur
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kópavogur?
Sunrise in Kópavogur on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kópavogur?
Sunset in Kópavogur on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 8:32 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kópavogur?
Morning golden hour in Kópavogur ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:28 PM.
How long is the day in Kópavogur?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Kópavogur there are 14 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kópavogur?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kópavogur at 1:26 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kópavogur?
In Kópavogur, sunset is at 8:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:22 AM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). Civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kópavogur?
Twilight in Kópavogur lasts approximately 230 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 Kópavogur?
The earliest sunrise in Kópavogur in 2026 is at 2:55 AM on June 19 (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kópavogur?
The latest sunset in Kópavogur in 2026 is at 11:59 PM on June 15 (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kópavogur?
After sunset at 8:32 PM in Kópavogur, civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM — about 52 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:22 AM (Atlantic/Reykjavik).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kópavogur 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 Kópavogur
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kópavogur on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10:54 AM | 4:20 PM | 5h 26m |
| February | 9:22 AM | 6:01 PM | 8h 39m |
| March | 7:46 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 42m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 05m |
| May | 4:13 AM | 10:37 PM | 18h 24m |
| June | 2:58 AM | 11:59 PM | 21h 01m |
| July | 3:41 AM | 11:23 PM | 19h 42m |
| August | 5:18 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 24m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 03m |
| October | 8:17 AM | 6:07 PM | 9h 50m |
| November | 9:56 AM | 4:27 PM | 6h 31m |
| December | 11:15 AM | 3:29 PM | 4h 14m |
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