Today in South Yorkshire, England, the sun rises at 4:47 AM and sets at 9:35 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 48m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, South Yorkshire is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in South Yorkshire
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in South Yorkshire runs from N/A to 5:44 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:38 PM and lasts until 9:35 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, South Yorkshire experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 48m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in South Yorkshire falls exactly at 1:11 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.05 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of South Yorkshire in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in South Yorkshire?
At South Yorkshire's latitude of 53.4815334°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 355.20° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for South Yorkshire are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 53.4815334, -1.3810422. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in South Yorkshire (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 South Yorkshire versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:47 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 48m |
| 2025 | 4:47 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 48m |
| 2021 | 4:47 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in South Yorkshire today?
In South Yorkshire, the sun rises at exactly 4:47 AM and sets at 9:35 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 48m of daylight.
When is golden hour in South Yorkshire today?
Today, morning golden hour in South Yorkshire runs from N/A to 5:44 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:38 PM and lasts until 9:30 PM.
Why does sunrise in South Yorkshire shift every day?
At South Yorkshire's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 355.20° (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 South Yorkshire at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:11 PM when the sun reaches 59.05. This produces very high UV, typical of South Yorkshire in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in South Yorkshire 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.