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Sunrise in Reykjavik

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Sunrise
6:57 AM
Direction
East(83°)
Sunset
7:50 PM

Face east to see today's sunrise in Reykjavik.

Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunrise begins.

The sun rises in the east, but its exact position changes throughout the year. In Reykjavik, this page shows the exact direction so you know where to look.

In Reykjavik, sunrise shifts between northeast in summer and southeast in winter.

Named viewing places in Reykjavik

These are named locations already present with coordinates in SunPoint's curated city data. Check current public access, opening hours, weather and ground conditions before travelling.

  • Perlan observation deck
    Verified named place
    Map

    High public viewpoint with a 360° panorama over the city

  • Grótta lighthouse
    Verified named place
    Map

    Open headland with a wide low horizon

  • Sólfar (Sun Voyager) waterfront
    Verified named place
    Map

    Sculpture on the Faxaflói shore with an open eastern outlook

Tips

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes early
  • Face the direction shown on the map
  • Check cloud cover and dawn temperature
  • Choose open ground or elevation
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