Sun Times in Nuuk
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Nuuk?
Sunrise in Nuuk on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:12 AM (America/Godthab). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Nuuk?
Sunset in Nuuk on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 9:38 PM (America/Godthab). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Nuuk?
Morning golden hour in Nuuk ends at 8:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:34 PM.
How long is the day in Nuuk?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Nuuk there are 14 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Nuuk?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Nuuk at 2:26 PM (America/Godthab). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Nuuk?
In Nuuk, sunset is at 9:38 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 1:54 AM (America/Godthab). Civil twilight ends at 10:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Nuuk?
Twilight in Nuuk lasts approximately 256 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 Nuuk?
The earliest sunrise in Nuuk in 2026 is at 3:53 AM on June 18 (America/Godthab). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Nuuk?
The latest sunset in Nuuk in 2026 is at 11:59 PM on July 23 (America/Godthab). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Nuuk?
After sunset at 9:38 PM in Nuuk, civil twilight ends at 10:31 PM — about 53 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 1:54 AM (America/Godthab).
What these times mean
Solar times in Nuuk 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 Nuuk
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Nuuk on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10:54 AM | 4:19 PM | 5h 25m |
| February | 9:22 AM | 6:00 PM | 8h 39m |
| March | 7:45 AM | 7:27 PM | 11h 43m |
| April | 6:54 AM | 10:01 PM | 15h 06m |
| May | 5:11 AM | 11:37 PM | 18h 26m |
| June | 3:55 AM | 1:00 AM | 21h 05m |
| July | 4:39 AM | 12:23 AM | 19h 44m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 10:42 PM | 16h 25m |
| September | 7:49 AM | 8:52 PM | 13h 03m |
| October | 9:17 AM | 7:06 PM | 9h 49m |
| November | 9:56 AM | 4:25 PM | 6h 30m |
| December | 11:16 AM | 3:27 PM | 4h 12m |
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