Today in West Lothian, Scotland, the sun rises at 4:39 AM and sets at 10:00 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 20m 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, West Lothian is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in West Lothian
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in West Lothian runs from N/A to 5:42 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:57 PM and lasts until 10:00 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, West Lothian experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 20m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in West Lothian falls exactly at 1:19 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 56.50 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of West Lothian in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in West Lothian?
At West Lothian's latitude of 55.916667°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 351.97° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for West Lothian are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 55.916667, -3.5. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in West Lothian (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 West Lothian versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:39 AM | 10:00 PM | 17h 20m |
| 2025 | 4:40 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 19m |
| 2021 | 4:40 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 19m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in West Lothian today?
In West Lothian, the sun rises at exactly 4:39 AM and sets at 10:00 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 20m of daylight.
When is golden hour in West Lothian today?
Today, morning golden hour in West Lothian runs from N/A to 5:42 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:57 PM and lasts until 9:54 PM.
Why does sunrise in West Lothian shift every day?
At West Lothian's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 351.97° (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 West Lothian at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:19 PM when the sun reaches 56.50. This produces very high UV, typical of West Lothian in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in West Lothian 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 4:40 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:40 AM.