Today in Conwy, Wales, the sun rises at 4:58 AM and sets at 9:43 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 44m 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, Conwy is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Conwy
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Conwy runs from N/A to 5:54 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:47 PM and lasts until 9:43 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Conwy experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 44m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Conwy falls exactly at 1:21 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.21 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Conwy in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Conwy?
At Conwy's latitude of 53.1460931°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 350.86° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Conwy are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 53.1460931, -3.7599202. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Conwy (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 Conwy versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:58 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 44m |
| 2025 | 4:59 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 44m |
| 2021 | 4:59 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 44m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Conwy today?
In Conwy, the sun rises at exactly 4:58 AM and sets at 9:43 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 44m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Conwy today?
Today, morning golden hour in Conwy runs from N/A to 5:54 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:47 PM and lasts until 9:38 PM.
Why does sunrise in Conwy shift every day?
At Conwy's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 350.86° (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 Conwy at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:21 PM when the sun reaches 59.21. This produces very high UV, typical of Conwy in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Conwy 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 4:59 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:59 AM.