What time zone is Tromsø in?

Tromsø uses Central European Time: UTC+1 in winter (CET) and UTC+2 in summer (CEST), the same as Oslo. In 2027 the clocks go forward on 28 March and back on 31 October.

How many hours of daylight does Tromsø get in winter?

None from 28 November 2026 to 14 January 2027, when the sun stays below the horizon. By 1 February there are about 5 hours of sun and by 1 March about 9.5 hours.

When does the sun come back in Tromsø?

According to MET Norway, the first sunrise of 2027 is on 15 January, with the sun up for 37 minutes. Mountains can hide it from parts of the city for a few more days.

When is the midnight sun in Tromsø?

MET Norway's figures give continuous sun from 18 May to 26 July 2027. Visit Tromsø gives the usual period as around 20 May to 22 July, as mountains block the lowest sun.

Is it dark all day during the polar night?

No. Around midday the sun is only a few degrees below the horizon, which gives a few hours of twilight bright enough to be outdoors without a torch.

What is civil twilight?

It is when the centre of the sun is between the horizon and 6 degrees below it. There is usually enough natural light for outdoor activities in clear weather.

Tromsø Time, Sunrise, Sunset & Daylight Hours by Month

Tromsø local time (CET/CEST) plus sunrise, sunset and daylight hours for every month from MET Norway, with polar night and midnight sun dates explained.