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Sun Times in Leknes
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Leknes?
Sunrise in Leknes on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:13 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Leknes?
Sunset in Leknes on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 8:06 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Leknes?
Morning golden hour in Leknes ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:01 PM.
How long is the day in Leknes?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Leknes there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Leknes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Leknes at 1:10 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Leknes?
In Leknes, sunset is at 8:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:52 PM (Europe/Oslo). Civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Leknes?
Twilight in Leknes lasts approximately 225 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 Leknes?
The earliest sunrise in Leknes in 2026 is at 2:09 AM on June 20 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Leknes?
The latest sunset in Leknes in 2026 is at 11:58 PM on June 8 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Leknes?
After sunset at 8:06 PM in Leknes, civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM — about 53 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:52 PM (Europe/Oslo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Leknes 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 Leknes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Leknes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:52 AM | 2:53 PM | 5h 00m |
| February | 8:13 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 28m |
| March | 6:32 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 41m |
| April | 5:37 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 13m |
| May | 3:47 AM | 10:34 PM | 18h 47m |
| June | 2:14 AM | 12:14 AM | 22h 01m |
| July | 3:08 AM | 11:26 PM | 20h 18m |
| August | 4:57 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 38m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 06m |
| October | 8:06 AM | 5:50 PM | 9h 44m |
| November | 8:50 AM | 3:04 PM | 6h 13m |
| December | 10:19 AM | 1:57 PM | 3h 38m |