What time does the sun rise in Seoul today?

Today's sunrise and sunset times for Seoul are calculated using your device's location or the coordinates you enter. The times depend on Seoul's latitude (37.6°) and the current date. Solar Insight Pro uses the USNO algorithm accurate to ±1 minute. Enter Seoul as your location above and select today's date to see the exact sunrise, sunset, solar noon, golden hour, and blue hour times.

When is golden hour in Seoul?

Golden hour at Seoul occurs during the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset, when the sun sits between −4° and 6° above the horizon. At Seoul's latitude (37.6°), golden hour lasts approximately 28–40 minutes. During summer months, the longer twilight at this latitude extends the golden hour window compared to equatorial locations. Open the Photography Mode tab to see countdown timers for the next golden hour and blue hour windows.

How does Seoul's latitude affect daylight hours?

Seoul at latitude 37.6° experiences significant seasonal variation in daylight. Summer days reach approximately 14.6h of daylight at the solstice, while winter days drop to approximately 14.6h — a 0.0h difference between seasons. The sun's maximum altitude ranges from 75.9° in summer to 29.0° in winter. This mid-latitude pattern is why Seoul has such pronounced seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset times compared to locations near the equator.

How accurate are sunrise times for Seoul?

Sunrise and sunset calculations for Seoul use the Jean Meeus Chapter 25 solar position algorithm, verified against the USNO Astronomical Almanac. Accuracy is ±1 minute for dates between 1901–2099. The algorithm accounts for atmospheric refraction (34 arcminutes at the horizon) and uses Seoul's precise coordinates (37.6°, 127.0°). For sub-second astrometric accuracy, consult the USNO data service directly. — Solar Insight Pro, fastool.io

Solar data for Seoul

Sunrise Time Seoul — Solar Insight · FastTool

20:12

Sunrise

10:58

Sunset

14h 45.59693333333337m

Daylight

1h 10.262200000000007m

Golden Hour

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37.5665°N / 126.978°E

Light Intensity Curve

24-hour solar intensity (0–100)

Summer Solstice (Jun 21)Winter Solstice (Dec 21)

🌅 Sunrise: 08:12 pm🌇 Sunset: 10:58 am🌞 Noon: 03:35 am

Photography Mode

Altitude: -15.8°Azimuth: 317.7°Sunrise: 08:12 pmSunset: 10:58 am

Golden Hour

Sun altitude −4° to 6° — soft, warm golden light

No more today

Blue Hour

Sun altitude −6° to −4° — deep blue twilight

No more today

Life Insights

Laundry Index

Excellent — great day for drying laundry

11 effective hours (altitude > 20°)

UV Warning

No UV risk

Altitude: -15.8°

Home Daylight

Sun reaches deep into the room

Today's max altitude vs. Winter Solstice: 75.8° vs 29°

How Solar Calculations Work at Seoul's Latitude

Latitude & Daylight at Seoul

Seoul sits at latitude 37.6°. At this latitude, daylight varies from approximately 14.6h in summer (solstice) to 14.6h in winter — a seasonal swing of 0.0h. The sun reaches a maximum altitude of 75.9° at summer solstice and a minimum of 29.0° at winter solstice. This mid-latitude profile is what shapes Seoul's unique sunrise, sunset, and golden hour patterns year-round.

NOAA Solar Position Calculator

Golden Hour Photography at Seoul

Golden hour at Seoul occurs when the sun sits between −4° and 6° above the horizon, producing soft, warm, directional light ideal for portrait and landscape photography. At Seoul's latitude, morning golden hour typically starts in the hour after sunrise and lasts approximately 28–40 minutes. Evening golden hour mirrors this before sunset. The longer twilight at this latitude gives photographers more time to capture the 'magic hour' compared to equatorial locations where the sun sets more steeply.

Wikipedia: Golden Hour (Photography)

UV Exposure & Sun Safety at Seoul

UV radiation at Seoul peaks when the sun is highest in the sky — around solar noon. At 37.6° latitude, peak UV levels vary significantly by season: summer months see UV indices of 6–9 (high), while winter months typically register 1–3 (low). The World Health Organization recommends sun protection when UV index exceeds 3. At Seoul's latitude, this threshold is exceeded for approximately 6–8 months per year, making sun awareness a year-round consideration for outdoor workers and athletes.

WHO UV Index Guide

How We Calculate Solar Data for Seoul

All solar calculations for Seoul use the Jean Meeus Chapter 25 solar position algorithm with bisection iteration, accurate to ±1 minute for dates between 1901–2099. Sunrise and sunset times define the moment the upper limb of the sun appears on the horizon, accounting for atmospheric refraction. Daily data is calculated client-side from Seoul's coordinates (37.6°, 127.0°) — zero server processing means your location data never leaves your device.

US Naval Observatory — Sun & Moon Data

30-Day Observation Planner

Date	Sunrise	Sunset	Twilight End	Moon Illum.	Dark Window
Jun 22Today	20:12	10:58	12:51	50%	5h 26m
Jun 23	20:12	10:58	12:51	61%	5h 26m
Jun 24	20:12	10:58	12:51	70%	5h 26m
Jun 25	20:13	10:58	12:51	79%	5h 26m
Jun 26	20:13	10:58	12:51	86%	5h 27m
Jun 27	20:13	10:58	12:51	92%	5h 27m
Jun 28	20:14	10:58	12:51	96%	5h 28m
Jun 29	20:14	10:58	12:51	99%	5h 29m
Jun 30	20:14	10:58	12:51	100%	5h 29m
Jul 1	20:15	10:58	12:50	99%	5h 30m
Jul 2	20:15	10:58	12:50	96%	5h 31m
Jul 3	20:16	10:58	12:50	92%	5h 32m
Jul 4	20:16	10:58	12:49	86%	5h 33m
Jul 5	20:17	10:58	12:49	77%	5h 35m
Jul 6	20:17	10:57	12:49	68%	5h 36m
Jul 7	20:18	10:57	12:48	57%	5h 37m
Jul 8	20:18	10:57	12:47	46%	5h 39m
Jul 9	20:19	10:57	12:47	35%	5h 40m
Jul 10	20:20	10:56	12:46	25%	5h 42m
Jul 11	20:20	10:56	12:45	15%	5h 44m
Jul 12	20:21	10:56	12:45	8%	5h 45m
Jul 13	20:22	10:55	12:44	3%	5h 47m
Jul 14	20:22	10:55	12:43	0%	5h 49m
Jul 15	20:23	10:54	12:42	1%	5h 51m
Jul 16	20:24	10:54	12:41	4%	5h 53m
Jul 17	20:24	10:53	12:40	9%	5h 55m
Jul 18	20:25	10:53	12:40	17%	5h 57m
Jul 19	20:26	10:52	12:39	25%	5h 59m
Jul 20	20:27	10:52	12:37	35%	6h 1m
Jul 21	20:27	10:51	12:36	45%	6h 4m

Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Data in Seoul

What time does the sun rise in Seoul today?: Today's sunrise and sunset times for Seoul are calculated using your device's location or the coordinates you enter. The times depend on Seoul's latitude (37.6°) and the current date. Solar Insight Pro uses the USNO algorithm accurate to ±1 minute. Enter Seoul as your location above and select today's date to see the exact sunrise, sunset, solar noon, golden hour, and blue hour times.
When is golden hour in Seoul?: Golden hour at Seoul occurs during the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset, when the sun sits between −4° and 6° above the horizon. At Seoul's latitude (37.6°), golden hour lasts approximately 28–40 minutes. During summer months, the longer twilight at this latitude extends the golden hour window compared to equatorial locations. Open the Photography Mode tab to see countdown timers for the next golden hour and blue hour windows.
How does Seoul's latitude affect daylight hours?: Seoul at latitude 37.6° experiences significant seasonal variation in daylight. Summer days reach approximately 14.6h of daylight at the solstice, while winter days drop to approximately 14.6h — a 0.0h difference between seasons. The sun's maximum altitude ranges from 75.9° in summer to 29.0° in winter. This mid-latitude pattern is why Seoul has such pronounced seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset times compared to locations near the equator.
How accurate are sunrise times for Seoul?: Sunrise and sunset calculations for Seoul use the Jean Meeus Chapter 25 solar position algorithm, verified against the USNO Astronomical Almanac. Accuracy is ±1 minute for dates between 1901–2099. The algorithm accounts for atmospheric refraction (34 arcminutes at the horizon) and uses Seoul's precise coordinates (37.6°, 127.0°). For sub-second astrometric accuracy, consult the USNO data service directly. — Solar Insight Pro, fastool.io