Sun Data
Sunrise & Sunset in London
United Kingdom
Sunrise
4:41 AM
Sunset
7:17 PM
Day Length
14h 36m
Solar Noon
11:59 AM
Golden Hour
Best time for warm, soft photography light
Morning
4:41 AM - 5:41 AM
Evening
6:17 PM - 7:17 PM
Blue Hour
Ethereal blue light before sunrise and after sunset
Morning
4:11 AM - 4:41 AM
Evening
7:17 PM - 7:47 PM
7-Day Sun Forecast
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 12 | 4:41 AM | 7:17 PM | 14h 36m |
| Thu, Aug 13 | 4:43 AM | 7:15 PM | 14h 32m |
| Fri, Aug 14 | 4:45 AM | 7:13 PM | 14h 28m |
| Sat, Aug 15 | 4:47 AM | 7:11 PM | 14h 25m |
| Sun, Aug 16 | 4:48 AM | 7:09 PM | 14h 21m |
| Mon, Aug 17 | 4:50 AM | 7:08 PM | 14h 17m |
| Tue, Aug 18 | 4:52 AM | 7:06 PM | 14h 14m |
About Sunrise & Sunset in London
London, United Kingdom experiences varying sunrise and sunset times throughout the year due to its geographic location at approximately 51.5°N latitude and 0.1°W longitude.
The data shown includes sunrise time (when the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon), sunset time (when the upper edge disappears), golden hour times (ideal for photography), and blue hour times (when the sky takes on a deep blue hue).
Planning Your Day
- Photographers: Arrive 30 minutes before golden hour for the best lighting conditions
- Morning exercisers: Check civil twilight time for safe outdoor activity before sunrise
- Stargazers: Wait until after nautical twilight (about 1 hour after sunset) for better visibility
- Travelers: Account for jet lag - sunrise times help reset your circadian rhythm