Sunrise and Sunset Times
Find the sunrise and sunset times for any location.
When the sun rises and sets
This finds the sunrise and sunset times for a location and date, from live data based on the location's position on Earth. It is useful for planning outdoor activities, photography, and understanding the day's light where you are.
Enter a location to find its sunrise and sunset times.
Why daylight varies so much
Sunrise and sunset times change with location and through the year because of the Earth's tilt, which is what causes the seasons and makes days long in summer and short in winter. The effect depends heavily on latitude: near the poles, summer brings very long days and winter very short ones, with extremes of near-constant daylight or darkness, while near the equator day length barely changes all year. So both where you are and the time of year shape the times. This is practically useful in several ways: photographers plan around the golden hour, the soft light just after sunrise and before sunset prized for its quality; hikers and outdoor enthusiasts time activities to finish before dark; and travellers adjust to very different daylight hours in a new place. The times come from live data and need an internet connection. Knowing when the sun rises and sets turns the day's light into something you can plan around, whether for beautiful photographs, safe outdoor timing, or simply knowing how much daylight you have.
Sunrise and Sunset Times FAQ
Why do sunrise and sunset times vary through the year?
Because of Earth's tilt, which causes the seasons — days are long in summer and short in winter, with the effect strongest at high latitudes near the poles.
What is the golden hour?
The soft, warm light just after sunrise and before sunset, prized by photographers for its flattering quality, which sunrise and sunset times help you plan around.
Does it need an internet connection?
Yes — it uses live data, so a connection is needed.