Hvannadalshnúkur: Sunrise and Sunset Today
In Hvannadalshnúkur, Iceland, the sun rises today on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 07:32 and sets at 18:14. The day length is 10h 42m. Solar noon is reached at 12:54.
Hvannadalshnúkur: sun and clock
Today the sun is highest in Hvannadalshnúkur at 12:54 – 54 min after 12:00 on the clock.
The clock follows the time zone, not the sun: the further west a place lies in its zone – and in summer time – the later its noon.
The earliest sunrise of the year is on June 20 at 02:37, the latest on December 25 at 11:00.
The sun sets earliest on December 18 at 15:09 and latest on June 21 at 23:39.
The longest day of the year has 16 h 51 min more daylight than the shortest.
Hvannadalshnúkur through the year
Sunrise, sunset and day length on the 15th of every month – and the direction in which the sun sets.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Day | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10:32 | 16:00 | 5 h 28 min | southwest 218° |
| Feb | 09:01 | 17:41 | 8 h 40 min | west-southwest 242° |
| Mar | 07:25 | 19:07 | 11 h 42 min | west 267° |
| Apr | 05:35 | 20:39 | 15 h 4 min | west-northwest 295° |
| May | 03:53 | 22:15 | 18 h 21 min | northwest 321° |
| Jun | 02:39 | 23:35 | 20 h 56 min | north-northwest 339° |
| Jul | 03:21 | 23:01 | 19 h 39 min | north-northwest 330° |
| Aug | 04:58 | 21:21 | 16 h 23 min | northwest 305° |
| Sep | 06:29 | 19:32 | 13 h 3 min | west 278° |
| Oct | 07:56 | 17:47 | 9 h 51 min | west-southwest 252° |
| Nov | 09:34 | 16:07 | 6 h 33 min | southwest 226° |
| Dec | 10:53 | 15:10 | 4 h 17 min | south-southwest 209° |
Direction of sunset: north-northwest (339°) in June, south-southwest (209°) in December.
Over the year the point where the sun sets moves 130° along the horizon.
Times for the 15th of each month, computed with the NOAA method.
Golden Hour in Hvannadalshnúkur
Morning: 07:03–08:38 · Evening: 17:08–18:44
The Golden Hour, also known as 'Magic Hour', is the most popular time for photographers and filmmakers. In Hvannadalshnúkur, the morning golden hour takes place today from 07:03 to 08:38. The evening golden hour extends from 17:08 to 18:44. During these times, warm, soft sunlight bathes the city in magical light.
Blue Hour in Hvannadalshnúkur
Morning: 06:45–07:03 · Evening: 18:44–19:02
The Blue Hour in Hvannadalshnúkur offers a unique, bluish-colored light in the sky. The morning blue hour takes place today from 06:45 to 07:03, just before sunrise. The evening blue hour extends from 18:44 to 19:02, right after sunset. This time is ideal for atmospheric cityscapes and landscape photography.
About Hvannadalshnúkur
Hvannadalshnúkur is located at a latitude of 64.01° and a longitude of -16.68°. The city is in the Atlantic/Reykjavik timezone. Depending on the season, sunrise and sunset times in Hvannadalshnúkur vary considerably – from short winter days to long summer days with twilight lasting late into the evening.
Seasons & Daylight in Hvannadalshnúkur
In spring, days grow noticeably longer in Hvannadalshnúkur. Sunrise moves earlier and sunset later, providing 12h 15m of daylight around the equinox. The golden and blue hours become particularly beautiful as the sun takes a lower arc across the sky.
Summer brings the longest days to Hvannadalshnúkur, with up to 21h 2m of daylight around the solstice. The sun rises early and sets late, and twilight can linger well into the night at higher latitudes. Perfect for evening photography sessions.
Autumn in Hvannadalshnúkur sees rapidly shortening days. The quality of light becomes warmer and more golden as the sun sits lower in the sky. With 12h 18m of daylight around the equinox, the golden hour stretches into a more extended period.
Winter in Hvannadalshnúkur brings the shortest days with only 4h 12m of daylight near the solstice. However, the low sun angle creates dramatic long shadows and a warm, golden light throughout much of the day – a photographer's dream for moody atmospheric shots.
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Questions about the sun in Hvannadalshnúkur
When does the sun rise in Hvannadalshnúkur today?
Today the sun rises in Hvannadalshnúkur at 07:32 and sets at 18:14.
How long is the day in Hvannadalshnúkur today?
The day lasts 10h 42m today, from sunrise to sunset.
When is the golden hour in Hvannadalshnúkur today?
In the morning from 07:03–08:38, in the evening from 17:08–18:44.
When is the longest day in Hvannadalshnúkur?
The day is longest around the summer solstice with 21h 2m of daylight, shortest around the winter solstice with 4h 12m.
When does it get dark in Hvannadalshnúkur today?
It is dark from 19:02, fully dark from 20:54.
Times are calculated using NOAA algorithms based on the geographic coordinates of Hvannadalshnúkur. All times are in local time. How it is calculated