Nattetid

Nattetid is a Norwegian term that refers to the period commonly regarded as the night hours. It is a compound of natt (night) and tid (time) and is used in everyday language as well as in legal, administrative, and regulatory contexts to designate the night-time portion of the day.

The exact hours that constitute nattetid vary by context, jurisdiction, and specific regulation. In Norway, many regulations describe nattetid as the late evening to early morning period, frequently around 22:00 to 06:00, but there is no universal standard. Some rules use different intervals such as 23:00–07:00 or other night spans depending on the statute or contract.

Nattetid is relevant in several areas, including noise regulations, work and safety rules, and licensing or service hours. Municipal noise limits, for example, may be stricter during nattetid to reduce disturbance. Employers and unions may reference nattetid when defining night shifts, pay, or safety requirements. In everyday speech, the term simply denotes the hours after sunset and before sunrise, with regional variations in exact timing.

In related Scandinavian languages, the term is cognate and carries a similar meaning to the English "nighttime" or "night hours." See also night shift, noise regulation, and working hours.