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Sun Times in Oulunsalo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Oulunsalo?
Sunrise in Oulunsalo on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:03 AM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Oulunsalo?
Sunset in Oulunsalo on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 9:39 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Oulunsalo?
Morning golden hour in Oulunsalo ends at 6:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:26 PM.
How long is the day in Oulunsalo?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Oulunsalo there are 16 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Oulunsalo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Oulunsalo at 1:22 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Oulunsalo?
In Oulunsalo, sunset is at 9:39 PM and civil twilight ends at 10:48 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 Oulunsalo?
At this time of year, twilight in Oulunsalo 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 Oulunsalo?
The earliest sunrise in Oulunsalo in 2026 is at 2:21 AM on June 19 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Oulunsalo?
The latest sunset in Oulunsalo in 2026 is at 11:58 PM on June 8 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Oulunsalo?
After sunset at 9:39 PM in Oulunsalo, civil twilight ends at 10:48 PM — about 68 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 Oulunsalo 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 Oulunsalo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Oulunsalo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:55 AM | 3:00 PM | 5h 05m |
| February | 8:18 AM | 4:47 PM | 8h 30m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 41m |
| April | 5:43 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 12m |
| May | 3:54 AM | 10:37 PM | 18h 42m |
| June | 2:25 AM | 12:13 AM | 21h 48m |
| July | 3:17 AM | 11:28 PM | 20h 12m |
| August | 5:03 AM | 9:39 PM | 16h 36m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 06m |
| October | 8:10 AM | 5:56 PM | 9h 46m |
| November | 8:54 AM | 3:10 PM | 6h 17m |
| December | 10:21 AM | 2:05 PM | 3h 45m |