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Sun Times in Kouvola
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kouvola?
Sunrise in Kouvola on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:38 AM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kouvola?
Sunset in Kouvola on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:52 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kouvola?
Morning golden hour in Kouvola ends at 6:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:53 PM.
How long is the day in Kouvola?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Kouvola there are 15 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kouvola?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kouvola at 1:16 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kouvola?
In Kouvola, sunset is at 8:52 PM and civil twilight ends at 9:43 PM (Europe/Helsinki). 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 Kouvola?
At this time of year, twilight in Kouvola 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 Kouvola?
The earliest sunrise in Kouvola in 2026 is at 3:38 AM on June 16 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kouvola?
The latest sunset in Kouvola in 2026 is at 10:51 PM on June 19 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kouvola?
After sunset at 8:52 PM in Kouvola, civil twilight ends at 9:43 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 Kouvola 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 Kouvola
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kouvola on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:07 AM | 3:37 PM | 6h 30m |
| February | 7:54 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 06m |
| March | 6:30 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 44m |
| April | 5:54 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 40m |
| May | 4:29 AM | 9:51 PM | 17h 22m |
| June | 3:39 AM | 10:48 PM | 19h 10m |
| July | 4:08 AM | 10:28 PM | 18h 21m |
| August | 5:22 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 48m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 56m |
| October | 7:54 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 08m |
| November | 8:16 AM | 3:38 PM | 7h 22m |
| December | 9:18 AM | 2:57 PM | 5h 39m |