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Brighton, United Kingdom - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Brighton? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Brighton, United Kingdom, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Brighton Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:16 AM – 7:00 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Europe/London

Sunrise times by month in Brighton

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:57 AM4:23 PM8h 25m
February7:14 AM5:17 PM10h 2m
March6:16 AM6:05 PM11h 48m
April6:07 AM7:55 PM13h 47m
May5:13 AM8:43 PM15h 30m
June4:47 AM9:16 PM16h 28m
July5:05 AM9:10 PM16h 5m
August5:48 AM8:24 PM14h 35m
September6:36 AM7:17 PM12h 40m
October7:24 AM6:10 PM10h 46m
November7:17 AM4:15 PM8h 58m
December7:57 AM3:56 PM7h 58m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

Tonight's sunset in Brighton — time, golden hour & quality forecast

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Brighton today?

Today's sunrise in Brighton, United Kingdom is at 6:16 AM, giving 13h 30m of daylight before sunset at 7:46 PM.

What time is first light in Brighton today?

First light in Brighton begins at 5:42 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:16 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Brighton?

The morning golden hour in Brighton runs 6:16 AM – 7:00 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Brighton?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:16 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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