Sunrise
Sunrise in New York
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Face east-northeast to see today's sunrise in New York.
Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunrise begins.
Today's sunrise time in New York is shown below, along with the exact direction so you know where to face. The map shows the sunrise line from your chosen location.
Today's sunrise in New York appears toward the eastern side of the horizon. Waterfronts and open east-facing views are usually the easiest places to use the direction accurately.
In New York, sunrise shifts between northeast in summer and southeast in winter.
In New York, tall buildings can delay the visible sunrise even after the official sunrise time. Open eastern waterfronts and elevated viewpoints generally improve horizon visibility.
Best viewing is often from 5 minutes before sunrise to around 20 minutes after. Early sunrise light tends to create softer skyline contrast for photography near open water.
New York sunrise shifts northeast in summer and southeast in winter, changing which streets, parks, and waterfront views line up best.
River-facing positions usually give the clearest sunrise sightlines. Glass buildings can produce dramatic reflections shortly after the official sunrise time.
Best places to see sunrise in New York
- Brooklyn Bridge ParkMap
Open east-facing waterfront viewpoint with skyline framing and few horizon obstructions — strong for sunrise photography.
- East River EsplanadeMap
Long riverside viewpoint with clear eastern sightlines toward the rising sun.
- Gantry Plaza State ParkMap
Open waterfront position with broad eastern horizon and Manhattan skyline reflections after sunrise.
Tips
- Arrive 20–30 minutes early
- Face the direction shown on the map
- Check cloud cover and dawn temperature
- Choose open ground or elevation