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Sun Times in Skien
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Skien?
Sunrise in Skien on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:36 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Skien?
Sunset in Skien on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 9:13 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Skien?
Morning golden hour in Skien ends at 6:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:15 PM.
How long is the day in Skien?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Skien there are 15 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Skien?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Skien at 1:26 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Skien?
In Skien, sunset is at 9:13 PM and civil twilight ends at 10:03 PM (Europe/Oslo). 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 Skien?
At this time of year, twilight in Skien 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 Skien?
The earliest sunrise in Skien in 2026 is at 4:05 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 Skien?
The latest sunset in Skien in 2026 is at 10:40 PM on June 19 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Skien?
After sunset at 9:13 PM in Skien, civil twilight ends at 10:03 PM — about 50 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 Skien 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 Skien
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Skien on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:03 AM | 3:59 PM | 6h 56m |
| February | 7:57 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 18m |
| March | 6:38 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 29m |
| May | 4:49 AM | 9:47 PM | 16h 58m |
| June | 4:06 AM | 10:38 PM | 18h 32m |
| July | 4:32 AM | 10:21 PM | 17h 50m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 32m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 52m |
| October | 7:58 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 16m |
| November | 8:14 AM | 3:56 PM | 7h 42m |
| December | 9:11 AM | 3:21 PM | 6h 10m |