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Sunrise in Reykjavik

Sunday, April 26, 2026

Sunrise
5:18 AM
Direction
Northeast(56°)
Sunset
9:34 PM

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.

Best sunrise spots in Reykjavik

  • Perlan observation deck
    Map

    High public viewpoint with a 360° panorama over the city

  • Grótta lighthouse
    Map

    Open headland with a wide low horizon

  • Sólfar (Sun Voyager) waterfront
    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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