Today in Leeds, England, the sun rises at 4:47 AM and sets at 9:37 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 50m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 166 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Leeds is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Leeds
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Leeds runs from N/A to 5:44 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:40 PM and lasts until 9:37 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Leeds experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 50m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Leeds falls exactly at 1:12 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 58.62 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Leeds in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Leeds?
At Leeds's latitude of 53.7974185°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 354.90° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Leeds are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 53.7974185, -1.5437941. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Leeds (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 Leeds versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:47 AM | 9:37 PM | 16h 50m |
| 2025 | 4:47 AM | 9:37 PM | 16h 50m |
| 2021 | 4:47 AM | 9:37 PM | 16h 50m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Leeds today?
In Leeds, the sun rises at exactly 4:47 AM and sets at 9:37 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 50m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Leeds today?
Today, morning golden hour in Leeds runs from N/A to 5:44 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:40 PM and lasts until 9:32 PM.
Why does sunrise in Leeds shift every day?
At Leeds's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 354.90° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Leeds at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:12 PM when the sun reaches 58.62. This produces very high UV, typical of Leeds in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Leeds 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 4:47 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:47 AM.