Find sunrise and sunset times for any supported city and date. See dawn, dusk, golden hour, and daylight duration. Selected location All times are shown in the selected location’s local timezone. Daylight and twilight graph Sunrise & Sunset Times The daily cycle of sunrise and sunset is one of the most fundamental rhythms of life on Earth. It governs our sleep patterns, influences our moods, and has shaped human culture, agriculture, and religion for millennia. Sunrise occurs when the upper edge of the Sun's disc appears above the eastern horizon, and sunset occurs when it disappears below the western horizon. The exact times depend on your geographic latitude, longitude, and the time of year. Near the equator, sunrise and sunset times vary relatively little throughout the year, while at higher latitudes the variation is dramatic. In the Arctic and Antarctic, there are periods of continuous daylight ( midnight sun ) and continuous darkness ( polar night ). In Tromsø, Norway (69°N), the sun does not rise at all between late November and mid-January, and does not set between mid-May and late July. Twilight is the period before sunrise and after sunset when the sky is partially illuminated. There are three stages of twilight, each defined by how far below the horizon the Sun is. Civil twilight occurs when the Sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon; there is usually enough light to carry on outdoor activities without artificial lighting. Nautical twilight occurs between 6 and 12 degrees below the horizon; the horizon is still visible at sea, which is why it bears that name. Astronomical twilight occurs between 12 and 18 degrees below; the sky is dark enough for most astronomical observations. The golden hour is the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when sunlight passes through a thicker layer of atmosphere, producing warm, diffused light. Photographers and filmmakers prize this time for its flattering, soft illumination. During the golden hour, shadows are long and soft, skin tones appear warm, and landscapes glow. For best results, photographers recommend arriving at the location 30 minutes before the golden hour begins and staying through its end. The blue hour , which occurs during the deeper stages of twilight, produces a cool blue tone that is also prized in visual arts and architectural photography. Solar noon is the moment when the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky for a given location. It does not always coincide with 12:00 on the clock, because clock time is standardized across time zones and does not reflect exact local solar time. The difference between clock noon and solar noon is described by the equation of time , which varies throughout the year by up to 16 minutes. If you were to photograph the Sun's position at the same clock time every day for a year, the resulting positions would trace a figure-eight shape in the sky called an analemma — a visual representation of this equation. Day length varies throughout the year due to Earth's axial tilt of approximately 23.5 degrees. Around the summer solstice, days are longest in the hemisphere tilted toward the Sun, and around the winter solstice, they are shortest. At the equinoxes in March and September, day and night are approximately equal in length everywhere on Earth. The relationship between daylight and human health is well documented. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects an estimated 5% of adults in the United States, with symptoms that include fatigue, depression, and difficulty concentrating during the shorter days of autumn and winter. Light therapy , which involves exposure to a bright lamp that mimics natural sunlight, is one of the most effective treatments. Understanding sunrise and sunset times can help people with SAD plan outdoor time during the brightest part of the day. This tool calculates accurate sunrise and sunset times based on your location, along with twilight phases, day length, and golden hour times, so you can plan your day with the Sun .

The golden hour is the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the Sun is low in the sky. The light during this time is warm and soft, creating ideal conditions for photography and outdoor activities. Earth's axis is tilted at about 23.5 degrees relative to its orbital plane. As Earth orbits the Sun, this tilt causes different parts of the planet to receive varying amounts of sunlight, resulting in longer and shorter days depending on the season. Civil twilight (Sun 0-6 degrees below horizon) provides enough light for outdoor activities. Nautical twilight (6-12 degrees) allows the horizon to be seen at sea. Astronomical twilight (12-18 degrees) is when the sky becomes dark enough for most astronomical observations. Solar noon is the moment when the Sun is at its highest point in the sky for your location. It does not necessarily coincide with 12:00 on your clock because time zones standardize clock time across wide geographic areas. Yes, significantly. Sunrise and sunset depend on your latitude, longitude, and the date. Two cities in the same time zone can have noticeably different sunrise and sunset times if they are at different latitudes or at opposite edges of the time zone. The equation of time is the difference between apparent solar time (based on the actual position of the Sun) and mean solar time (based on a hypothetical Sun that moves at a constant speed). This difference varies throughout the year by up to about 16 minutes because Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical and its axis is tilted. The result is that solar noon (when the Sun is highest) does not always fall at exactly 12:00 on the clock. An analemma is the figure-eight shape traced by the Sun's position in the sky when observed from the same location at the same clock time every day for a year. It is caused by the combination of Earth's axial tilt and its slightly elliptical orbit. Photographers can capture an analemma by taking a multiple-exposure photograph of the Sun at the same time of day across many months. Yes. Reduced daylight exposure during autumn and winter is linked to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which affects an estimated 5% of adults in the U.S. and similar rates in northern Europe. Symptoms include fatigue, low mood, and difficulty concentrating. Light therapy lamps, increased outdoor time during daylight hours, and exercise are common treatments. Tracking sunrise and sunset times can help people plan their day to maximize natural light exposure. Continue with another date or time tool that fits this task. View the current month calendar. See today highlighted, navigate between months, and keep track of upcoming dates. Find out what day of the week it is today. Learn about the current day, day number, and how days of the week got their names. Date Difference Calculate the exact difference between two dates in days, weeks, months, years, weekdays, and inclusive ranges.