Sunrise and sunset times

Sunrise and sunset times: what it is for

Choose a city, type the coordinates or use your location to see what time the sun rises and sets on the chosen date. The tool shows the day length, solar noon, civil twilight and the morning and evening golden hour, plus a table for the next 7 days. The calculation uses NOAA's solar equations, accurate to about 1 minute.

Calculations run in your browser. Your location is only used if you tap the button, and nothing is sent to a server.

How to use

1. Choose the city or enter latitude and longitude.
2. Check the time zone and date.
3. See sunrise, sunset and golden hour.

When to use it

• Planning golden hour photos.
• Hikes, fishing trips and outdoor activities.
• Knowing how much daylight the day will have.

Frequently asked questions

How is the sunrise time calculated?

The tool uses the solar equations published by NOAA, the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which calculate the sun's declination and the equation of time for the date. Sunrise and sunset are when the center of the sun is 0.833° below the horizon, which accounts for atmospheric refraction and the size of the solar disk. Accuracy is about 1 minute between latitudes 72° South and 72° North.

What is civil twilight?

It's the period when the sun is up to 6° below the horizon, before sunrise and after sunset. There's still enough light for most outdoor activities without artificial lighting.

What is the golden hour?

It's the stretch right after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low, up to about 6° above the horizon. The light is warm and soft, and photographers love it.

Is it really free?

Yes, 100% free. No sign-up, no subscription and no usage limits. All Tools123 tools are free and run right in your browser.

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