Sunset
Sunset in London
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Face northwest to see tonight's sunset in London.
Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunset.
Today's sunset time in London is shown below, along with the exact direction so you know where to face. The map shows the sunset line from your chosen location, making it easier to plan where to stand.
Tonight's sunset in London appears toward the western side of the horizon. Use the direction shown on the map to line up your view before the sun reaches the horizon.
In London, sunset shifts between northwest in summer and southwest in winter.
In London, buildings, trees, bridges, and street-level obstructions can make the visible sunset feel earlier than the official sunset time. A clear western horizon — often from a rooftop, bridge, or riverside viewpoint — usually gives the longest visible sunset.
Best viewing is usually 10–25 minutes before sunset. Wide-angle photography often works best in the final minutes, when London's skyline creates layered light across the Thames.
In summer, London's sunset moves further northwest. In winter, it shifts further southwest, so the best viewing direction changes across the year.
River and rooftop viewpoints often produce the clearest skyline sunsets in London, especially when glass reflections along the Thames intensify in the final minutes before the sun drops.
Best places to see sunset in London
- Primrose HillMap
Elevated north London viewpoint with broad skyline visibility and strong western exposure — a popular sunset photography spot.
- Waterloo BridgeMap
Open river crossing with clear western sightlines along the Thames toward the central London skyline.
- Greenwich ParkMap
Elevated viewpoint overlooking the Thames with strong western exposure and an open horizon over the city.
Tips
- Arrive 20–30 minutes before sunset
- Face the direction shown on the map
- Check cloud cover near the western horizon
- A clear horizon and a city skyline often produce the best photos