Today in Stoke-on-Trent, England, the sun rises at 4:53 AM and sets at 9:36 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 42m 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, Stoke-on-Trent is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Stoke-on-Trent
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Stoke-on-Trent runs from N/A to 5:49 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:40 PM and lasts until 9:36 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Stoke-on-Trent experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 42m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Stoke-on-Trent falls exactly at 1:14 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.47 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Stoke-on-Trent in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Stoke-on-Trent?
At Stoke-on-Trent's latitude of 53.0162014°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 353.68° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Stoke-on-Trent are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 53.0162014, -2.1812607. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Stoke-on-Trent (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 Stoke-on-Trent versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:53 AM | 9:36 PM | 16h 42m |
| 2025 | 4:53 AM | 9:36 PM | 16h 42m |
| 2021 | 4:53 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 42m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Stoke-on-Trent today?
In Stoke-on-Trent, the sun rises at exactly 4:53 AM and sets at 9:36 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 42m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Stoke-on-Trent today?
Today, morning golden hour in Stoke-on-Trent runs from N/A to 5:49 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:40 PM and lasts until 9:31 PM.
Why does sunrise in Stoke-on-Trent shift every day?
At Stoke-on-Trent's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 353.68° (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 Stoke-on-Trent at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:14 PM when the sun reaches 59.47. This produces very high UV, typical of Stoke-on-Trent in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Stoke-on-Trent 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 4:53 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:53 AM.