Sunrise
Sunrise in Edinburgh
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Face northeast to see today's sunrise in Edinburgh.
Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunrise begins.
Today's Edinburgh sunrise time and exact compass direction are shown below. The map and compass show where the sun rises from any point across the city.
In Edinburgh, sunrise appears toward the Firth of Forth and eastern horizon. The exact bearing changes through the year and is shown on the live map above.
In Edinburgh, sunrise shifts between northeast in summer and southeast in winter.
Buildings, hills, water, and local terrain can change when the sun is actually visible. Use an open horizon or elevated viewpoint where possible.
Best viewing is usually 10 minutes before sunrise to 25 minutes after.
The sunrise direction shifts northeast in summer and southeast in winter.
Calton Hill, Arthur's Seat, and Salisbury Crags are strong sunrise viewpoints. Use the compass line to choose the exact side of the viewpoint for today's date.
Best places to see sunrise in Edinburgh
Tips
- Arrive 20–30 minutes early
- Face the direction shown on the map
- Check cloud cover and dawn temperature
- Choose open ground or elevation