Golden Hour at Lofoten Islands
Nordland, Norway — Dramatic peaks rising from the Norwegian Sea above the Arctic Circle.
Golden hour at Lofoten Islands varies from 117 minutes in the morning to 120 minutes in the evening during peak months (May, February, August). Sunrise ranges from 10:38 in January to 09:16 in November. Dramatic peaks rising from the Norwegian Sea above the Arctic Circle. This guide shows computed sunrise, sunset, and golden hour times for every month of the year, with compass bearings to help you plan your composition. All times are calculated with a precision astronomical engine. Use Heliora to see terrain-adjusted times from any exact vantage point.
Monthly Sun Times & Golden Hour
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Gold AM | Gold PM | Sunrise ° | Sunset ° |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10:38 | 13:44 | — | — | 159° SSE | 202° SSW |
| Feb | 08:20 | 16:12 | 106m | 106m | 123° ESE | 237° WSW |
| Mar | 06:23 | 18:00 | 75m | 76m | 94° E | 267° W |
| Apr | 05:10 | 20:55 | 78m | 79m | 61° ENE | 300° WNW |
| May | 02:45 | 23:15 | 117m | 120m | 25° NNE | 336° NNW |
| Jun | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jul | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Aug | 04:19 | 21:49 | 89m | 87m | 46° NE | 313° NW |
| Sep | 06:17 | 19:34 | 74m | 73m | 80° E | 280° W |
| Oct | 08:05 | 17:27 | 87m | 87m | 111° ESE | 248° WSW |
| Nov | 09:16 | 14:15 | — | — | 145° SE | 215° SW |
| Dec | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Best months for golden hour: May, February, August. Times shown for the 15th of each month.
See the sun's path with real terrain horizon for any date
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is golden hour at Lofoten Islands?
- Golden hour at Lofoten Islands varies by season. The longest golden hour sessions are in May, February, August. Morning golden hour lasts 117m and evening 120m during the peak month.
- What time is sunrise at Lofoten Islands?
- Sunrise ranges from 10:38 in January to 09:16 in November.
- What direction does the sun rise and set at Lofoten Islands?
- Sunrise bearing shifts from — in winter to — in summer. Sunset shifts from — to —.
- What is the best time of year to photograph Lofoten Islands?
- For golden hour photography, the best months are May, February, August when golden hour is longest.
- What time should I arrive to photograph sunrise at Lofoten Islands?
- Arrive 30-45 minutes before sunrise to catch blue hour and set up. In January, that means arriving by 09:58. Use Heliora to check terrain-adjusted sunrise, as mountains may delay the actual moment the sun appears.
- Does the terrain affect sunrise or sunset times at Lofoten Islands?
- Yes. Mountains, ridges, and buildings can delay sunrise or bring sunset earlier than flat-earth calculations show. Use Heliora to see the real terrain horizon from any exact viewpoint and get terrain-adjusted sun times.
- Is Lofoten Islands good for astrophotography?
- Milky Way core visibility is limited from Lofoten Islands due to latitude or light conditions. However, star trails and constellation photography are possible year-round during astronomical darkness. Use Heliora to check dark sky hours for your planned date.
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