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Sun Times in Selfoss
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Selfoss?
Sunrise in Selfoss on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Selfoss?
Sunset in Selfoss on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 8:10 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Selfoss?
Morning golden hour in Selfoss ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Selfoss?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Selfoss there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Selfoss?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Selfoss at 1:21 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Selfoss?
In Selfoss, sunset is at 8:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:30 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik). Civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Selfoss?
Twilight in Selfoss lasts approximately 200 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 Selfoss?
The earliest sunrise in Selfoss in 2026 is at 2:56 AM on June 18 (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Selfoss?
The latest sunset in Selfoss in 2026 is at 11:54 PM on June 19 (Atlantic/Reykjavik). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Selfoss?
After sunset at 8:10 PM in Selfoss, civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM — about 50 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:30 PM (Atlantic/Reykjavik).
What these times mean
Solar times in Selfoss 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 Selfoss
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Selfoss on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10:48 AM | 4:18 PM | 5h 30m |
| February | 9:18 AM | 5:59 PM | 8h 41m |
| March | 7:42 AM | 7:24 PM | 11h 42m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 04m |
| May | 4:11 AM | 10:31 PM | 18h 20m |
| June | 2:58 AM | 11:51 PM | 20h 53m |
| July | 3:40 AM | 11:17 PM | 19h 37m |
| August | 5:16 AM | 9:38 PM | 16h 22m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 02m |
| October | 8:13 AM | 6:04 PM | 9h 51m |
| November | 9:50 AM | 4:25 PM | 6h 35m |
| December | 11:09 AM | 3:29 PM | 4h 20m |