While no country literally has a "1-hour night" in the strictest sense, Norway is often referenced in this context due to its phenomenon of the Midnight Sun.
During the summer months, locations within the Arctic Circle, including parts of Norway, experience periods where the sun remains visible for 24 hours a day. This doesn't mean there's no "night" at all, but rather that there's constant daylight.
However, in areas just south of the Arctic Circle, the sun may dip below the horizon for a very short period – perhaps just an hour or two – creating a twilight-like "night." The duration of this brief period of darkness varies depending on the specific latitude and time of year. While not a literal "1-hour night," the effect is close enough that Norway is commonly associated with the question.
Here's a breakdown:
- Midnight Sun: This is the phenomenon where the sun remains visible at midnight during the summer months. It occurs in regions located north of the Arctic Circle and south of the Antarctic Circle.
- Twilight: Even when the sun dips below the horizon for a short time, the sky remains illuminated by twilight. This reduces the darkness of the "night."
- Norway's Location: Due to its geographical location, parts of Norway experience the Midnight Sun, and areas just south of the Arctic Circle can experience very short periods of twilight-like "night."
Therefore, while the question might be misleading, Norway is the country most closely associated with the concept of a very short "night" due to its experience of the Midnight Sun and brief periods of twilight.
