Golden Hour at Trolltunga
Hordaland, Norway — Dramatic rock formation jutting horizontally over a fjord lake.
Golden hour at Trolltunga varies from 95 minutes in the morning to 95 minutes in the evening during peak months (January, June, November). Sunrise ranges from 09:21 in January to 09:31 in December. Dramatic rock formation jutting horizontally over a fjord lake. 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 | 09:21 | 16:03 | 95m | 95m | 134° SE | 226° SW |
| Feb | 08:11 | 17:23 | 64m | 64m | 114° ESE | 246° WSW |
| Mar | 06:50 | 18:35 | 56m | 56m | 93° E | 268° W |
| Apr | 06:16 | 20:51 | 57m | 57m | 69° ENE | 292° WNW |
| May | 04:54 | 22:05 | 67m | 68m | 48° NE | 313° NW |
| Jun | 04:07 | 22:59 | 80m | 80m | 35° NE | 325° NW |
| Jul | 04:35 | 22:41 | 74m | 73m | 40° NE | 319° NW |
| Aug | 05:46 | 21:26 | 60m | 60m | 59° ENE | 300° WNW |
| Sep | 07:00 | 19:54 | 55m | 55m | 82° E | 277° W |
| Oct | 08:12 | 18:24 | 60m | 59m | 106° ESE | 254° WSW |
| Nov | 08:31 | 16:02 | 80m | 80m | 128° SE | 232° SW |
| Dec | 09:31 | 15:24 | — | — | 140° SE | 220° SW |
Best months for golden hour: January, June, November. 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 Trolltunga?
- Golden hour at Trolltunga varies by season. The longest golden hour sessions are in January, June, November. Morning golden hour lasts 95m and evening 95m during the peak month.
- What time is sunrise at Trolltunga?
- Sunrise ranges from 09:21 in January to 09:31 in December.
- What direction does the sun rise and set at Trolltunga?
- Sunrise bearing shifts from 140° SE in winter to 35° NE in summer. Sunset shifts from 220° SW to 325° NW.
- What is the best time of year to photograph Trolltunga?
- For golden hour photography, the best months are January, June, November when golden hour is longest.
- What time should I arrive to photograph sunrise at Trolltunga?
- Arrive 30-45 minutes before sunrise to catch blue hour and set up. In January, that means arriving by 08:41. 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 Trolltunga?
- 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 Trolltunga good for astrophotography?
- Milky Way core visibility is limited from Trolltunga 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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