Manchester Sunrise & Sunset
Manchester — Daylight, Moon Phase & Astronomy
Manchester Astronomy Outlook
With sunrise at 4:38 AM and sunset not until 9:39 PM, Manchester enjoys a substantial 17 hours of daylight today. This extended period of light can be particularly useful for early commuters and those travelling later in the evening, as visibility will remain good for a while after the sun dips below the horizon. However, be aware that cloud cover may dull the morning and evening light, making transitions into dawn and dusk feel less distinct. Plan your activities accordingly to make the most of the daylight.
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14-Day Sunrise & Sunset
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden hour (AM) | Golden hour (PM) | Blue hour (AM) | Blue hour (PM) | Moonrise | Moonset | Moon Phase | Illumination |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 10 Jun | 4:38 AM | 9:39 PM | 04:10–05:38 | 20:38–22:05 | 03:49–04:10 | 22:05–22:27 | 01:50 AM | 03:45 PM | Waning Crescent | 15% |
| Thu, 11 Jun | 04:40 AM | 09:36 PM | 04:10–05:38 | 20:38–22:06 | 03:49–04:10 | 22:06–22:28 | 02:01 AM | 05:08 PM | Waning Crescent | 8% |
| Fri, 12 Jun | 04:40 AM | 09:37 PM | 04:09–05:38 | 20:39–22:07 | 03:48–04:09 | 22:07–22:29 | 02:14 AM | 06:37 PM | New Moon | 3% |
| Sat, 13 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:38 PM | 04:09–05:38 | 20:40–22:08 | 03:47–04:09 | 22:08–22:30 | 02:34 AM | 08:08 PM | New Moon | 1% |
| Sun, 14 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:38 PM | 04:09–05:37 | 20:40–22:09 | 03:47–04:09 | 22:09–22:31 | 03:03 AM | 09:33 PM | New Moon | 0% |
| Mon, 15 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:39 PM | 04:08–05:37 | 20:41–22:10 | 03:47–04:08 | 22:10–22:31 | 03:50 AM | 10:41 PM | New Moon | 2% |
| Tue, 16 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:40 PM | 04:08–05:37 | 20:41–22:10 | 03:46–04:08 | 22:10–22:32 | 05:01 AM | 11:28 PM | Waxing Crescent | 6% |
| Wed, 17 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:40 PM | 04:08–05:37 | 20:42–22:11 | 03:46–04:08 | 22:11–22:33 | 06:30 AM | 11:57 PM | Waxing Crescent | 11% |
| Thu, 18 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:40 PM | 04:08–05:37 | 20:42–22:11 | 03:46–04:08 | 22:11–22:33 | 08:07 AM | Does not set today | Waxing Crescent | 19% |
| Fri, 19 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:41 PM | 04:08–05:37 | 20:43–22:12 | 03:46–04:08 | 22:12–22:34 | 09:42 AM | 12:17 AM | Waxing Crescent | 28% |
| Sat, 20 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:41 PM | 04:08–05:37 | 20:43–22:12 | 03:46–04:08 | 22:12–22:34 | 11:13 AM | 12:31 AM | First Quarter | 38% |
| Sun, 21 Jun | 04:39 AM | 09:41 PM | 04:08–05:37 | 20:43–22:12 | 03:46–04:08 | 22:12–22:34 | 12:39 PM | 12:42 AM | First Quarter | 48% |
| Mon, 22 Jun | 04:40 AM | 09:41 PM | 04:08–05:38 | 20:43–22:13 | 03:46–04:08 | 22:13–22:35 | 02:03 PM | 12:52 AM | First Quarter | 59% |
| Tue, 23 Jun | 04:40 AM | 09:42 PM | 04:09–05:38 | 20:44–22:13 | 03:47–04:09 | 22:13–22:35 | 03:25 PM | 01:02 AM | Waxing Gibbous | 69% |
Forecast context and reference links
When forecasts change between updates, it is commonly driven by small shifts in storm track or blocking position. The links below give stable context that helps you read those changes.
- England Climate for regional patterns and seasonal tendencies.
- UK Climate Overview for a national baseline and how regions compare.
- England for location browsing and regional navigation.
How to interpret confidence
For how forecast reliability changes with lead time, see Forecast Confidence. For transparency on how WeatherEngland sources and updates data, see Methodology.
Background guides
- UK Weather Patterns
- UK Seasonal Weather
- UK Weather Hazards
- UK Weather Safety
- UK Jet Stream
- UK Microclimates
Glossary support
Start with the Weather Glossary. Useful terms for this page include Solar Radiation, Cloud, Visibility, Mist, and Fog.
More Local Weather Forecasts
Browse current conditions and 14-day outlooks for nearby towns and cities on the local weather hub.
FAQ
What time are sunrise and sunset in Manchester today?
Today in Manchester, sunrise is at 04:38 and sunset is at 21:39. Daylight length adjusts slowly across the year as seasonal sun angles change.
How many hours of daylight are there in Manchester today?
Check the Day Length value in the Sunrise & Sunset section for Manchester. It refreshes each day and shows the gradual seasonal shift in daylight.
Why do sunrise and sunset times change in Manchester?
They change with the seasons because Earth’s tilt alters the sun’s apparent track, gradually adjusting daylight length over the year.
Does daylight saving time affect sunrise and sunset clocks in Manchester?
Yes. When BST begins or ends, the published clock times move by an hour, although the sun’s behaviour changes smoothly through the season.
What does ‘solar noon’ mean for Manchester?
Solar noon is the moment the sun reaches its highest elevation for your location. It rarely lines up with 12:00 on the clock because time zones and daylight saving are set for regions, not precise longitude.