The Longyearbyen Sundial serves as a reminder of how the sun in the Arctic never rises or falls above the horizon for months at a time – experiencing the midnight sun in summer and the polar night in winter. It's more than just a timepiece – it's a symbol of the fascinating interplay of light and darkness in the Arctic. 🌞🕰️❄️

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Elevation 30 m

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Thursday 2 April

-11°C

-15°C

15 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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