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Sun Times in Ørsta
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ørsta?
Sunrise in Ørsta on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ørsta?
Sunset in Ørsta on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 8:19 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ørsta?
Morning golden hour in Ørsta ends at 7:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:20 PM.
How long is the day in Ørsta?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Ørsta there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ørsta?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ørsta at 1:32 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ørsta?
In Ørsta, sunset is at 8:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:18 PM (Europe/Oslo). Civil twilight ends at 9:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ørsta?
Twilight in Ørsta lasts approximately 179 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 Ørsta?
The earliest sunrise in Ørsta in 2026 is at 3:41 AM on June 17 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ørsta?
The latest sunset in Ørsta in 2026 is at 11:33 PM on June 22 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ørsta?
After sunset at 8:19 PM in Ørsta, civil twilight ends at 9:05 PM — about 46 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:18 PM (Europe/Oslo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ørsta 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 Ørsta
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ørsta on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:41 AM | 3:48 PM | 6h 06m |
| February | 8:22 AM | 5:18 PM | 8h 56m |
| March | 6:53 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 43m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 49m |
| May | 4:40 AM | 10:25 PM | 17h 45m |
| June | 3:42 AM | 11:29 PM | 19h 47m |
| July | 4:15 AM | 11:05 PM | 18h 50m |
| August | 5:38 AM | 9:39 PM | 16h 02m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:59 PM | 12h 59m |
| October | 8:19 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 01m |
| November | 8:48 AM | 3:51 PM | 7h 03m |
| December | 9:56 AM | 3:04 PM | 5h 09m |