Today in Doncaster, England, the sun rises at 5:55 AM and sets at 8:23 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 27m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Doncaster is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Doncaster
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Doncaster runs from N/A to 6:43 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:34 PM and lasts until 8:23 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Doncaster experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 27m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Doncaster falls exactly at 1:09 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 48.61 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Doncaster in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Doncaster?
At Doncaster's latitude of 53.5227681°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 357.01° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Doncaster are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 53.5227681, -1.1335312. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Doncaster (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 Doncaster versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:55 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 27m |
| 2025 | 5:55 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 26m |
| 2021 | 5:55 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 26m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Doncaster today?
In Doncaster, the sun rises at exactly 5:55 AM and sets at 8:23 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 27m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Doncaster today?
Today, morning golden hour in Doncaster runs from N/A to 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:34 PM and lasts until 8:19 PM.
Why does sunrise in Doncaster shift every day?
At Doncaster's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 357.01° (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 Doncaster at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:09 PM when the sun reaches 48.61. This produces very high UV, typical of Doncaster in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Doncaster 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 5:55 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:55 AM.