Capital of the United Kingdom, on the River Thames
Timezone: GMT/BST (Europe/London)
Today's Sunrise
8:04 AM
Today's Sunset
3:55 PM
Day Length
7h 51m
| Day | Date | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Dec 30 | 8:05 AM | 3:56 PM |
| Tuesday | Dec 31 | 8:05 AM | 3:57 PM |
| Wednesday | Jan 1 | 8:05 AM | 3:58 PM |
| Thursday | Jan 2 | 8:05 AM | 3:59 PM |
| Friday | Jan 3 | 8:05 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Jan 4 | 8:04 AM | 4:02 PM |
| Sunday | Jan 5 | 8:04 AM | 4:03 PM |
Panoramic sunrise views over the London skyline from this scenic hilltop park
Tip: Arrive early to secure a good spot, especially on clear mornings
Iconic sunset views along the River Thames with the bridge as your backdrop
Tip: The south bank offers excellent vantage points for photography
Elevated viewpoints across London perfect for both sunrise and sunset
Tip: Parliament Hill offers one of the best unobstructed views of the city
Check sunrise and sunset times for cities near London
London's position on the River Thames offers spectacular opportunities for watching sunrise and sunset. The city's latitude of 51.5°N means significant variation in daylight hours throughout the year.
In winter, expect late sunrises around 8 AM and early sunsets before 4 PM. During summer, the sun rises before 5 AM and sets after 9 PM, giving you over 16 hours of daylight.
The Thames runs roughly east-west through central London, making riverside locations ideal for both sunrise (looking east towards Canary Wharf) and sunset (looking west towards Westminster).
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