Today in Aberdeen, Scotland, the sun rises at 5:48 AM and sets at 8:37 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 49m of daylight. That is 5 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 5 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Aberdeen is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Aberdeen
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Aberdeen runs from N/A to 6:41 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:44 PM and lasts until 8:37 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Aberdeen experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 49m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Aberdeen falls exactly at 1:13 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.96 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 Aberdeen today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Aberdeen?
At Aberdeen's latitude of 57.1482429°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 355.88° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Aberdeen are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 57.1482429, -2.0928095. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Aberdeen (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 Aberdeen versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:48 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 49m |
| 2025 | 5:48 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 48m |
| 2021 | 5:48 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 48m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Aberdeen today?
In Aberdeen, the sun rises at exactly 5:48 AM and sets at 8:37 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 49m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Aberdeen today?
Today, morning golden hour in Aberdeen runs from N/A to 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:44 PM and lasts until 8:33 PM.
Why does sunrise in Aberdeen shift every day?
At Aberdeen's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 355.88° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 5 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Aberdeen at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:13 PM when the sun reaches 44.96. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Aberdeen today.
Has the sunrise time in Aberdeen 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 5:48 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:48 AM.