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Leeds, United Kingdom - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Leeds? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Leeds, 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.

Leeds Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:17 AM – 7:04 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Europe/London

Sunrise times by month in Leeds

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January8:17 AM4:16 PM7h 58m
February7:27 AM5:15 PM9h 48m
March6:22 AM6:10 PM11h 47m
April6:07 AM8:07 PM13h 59m
May5:06 AM9:01 PM15h 55m
June4:36 AM9:39 PM17h 3m
July4:55 AM9:31 PM16h 35m
August5:45 AM8:38 PM14h 52m
September6:40 AM7:25 PM12h 45m
October7:34 AM6:12 PM10h 37m
November7:33 AM4:10 PM8h 36m
December8:18 AM3:46 PM7h 27m

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Leeds today?

Today's sunrise in Leeds, United Kingdom is at 6:17 AM, giving 13h 39m of daylight before sunset at 7:57 PM.

What time is first light in Leeds today?

First light in Leeds begins at 5:40 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:17 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Leeds?

The morning golden hour in Leeds runs 6:17 AM – 7:04 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 Leeds?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:17 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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