Today in Cornwall, England, the sun rises at 7:20 AM and sets at 6:57 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 36m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 80 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Cornwall is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Cornwall
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Cornwall runs from N/A to 8:04 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:13 PM and lasts until 6:57 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Cornwall experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 36m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Cornwall falls exactly at 1:09 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.02 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Cornwall today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Cornwall?
At Cornwall's latitude of 50.4433489°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 357.44° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Cornwall are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 50.4433489, -4.6246566. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Cornwall (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Cornwall versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:20 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 36m |
| 2025 | 7:21 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 35m |
| 2021 | 7:21 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 35m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Cornwall today?
In Cornwall, the sun rises at exactly 7:20 AM and sets at 6:57 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 36m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Cornwall today?
Today, morning golden hour in Cornwall runs from N/A to 8:04 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:13 PM and lasts until 6:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Cornwall shift every day?
At Cornwall's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 357.44° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 4 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Cornwall at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:09 PM when the sun reaches 36.02. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Cornwall today.
Has the sunrise time in Cornwall changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 7:21 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:21 AM.