Question 1

What time is sunset in Orkney today?

Accepted Answer

Today in Orkney, the sun sets at 21:38 local time. Sunrise is at 04:40, giving 16h 57m of daylight.

Question 2

When is golden hour in Orkney?

Accepted Answer

Evening golden hour in Orkney begins at 20:34 when the sun drops below 6° elevation, and ends at 22:38 when the sky transitions to blue hour.

Question 3

How long is daylight in Orkney in May?

Accepted Answer

Today (May) Orkney has 16h 57m of daylight, sunrise at 04:40 and sunset at 21:38. The exact duration shifts a few minutes each day as the season changes.

Question 4

When is the longest day of the year in Orkney?

Accepted Answer

Orkney's longest day falls on the June 21 solstice. The shortest day is around December 21.

Question 5

Does Orkney have midnight sun?

Accepted Answer

No — Orkney is at 59.0° latitude, well below the Arctic / Antarctic Circle (66.5°), so the sun rises and sets every day of the year.

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How long is the day in Orkney today?

Daylight throughout the year in Orkney