Harrogate

United Kingdom · England

N S W E
Sunset today
21:02
Golden hour
20:16
Direction
303° northwest
Top score
91/100
Local time · BST
🌒 Total solar eclipse, 12 Aug 2026: the Sun will be 91% covered near Harrogate at sunset. See if it will be visible and find the best viewpoints →

Wondering where to watch the sunset in Harrogate tonight? Tonight the sun sets at 21:02 toward the northwest. Sunset Atlas analyses terrain, vegetation, and horizon openness at 30-metre resolution to find the highest-rated viewpoints near Harrogate.

Top 5 Sunset Spots Within 20 km

Ranked by terrain score: open horizons, minimal obstruction, and clear sightlines toward tonight's sunset.

  1. #1
    91 Exceptional
    18.1 km west of Harrogate
    53.9790°N, 1.8181°W
    ~30 min drive
  2. #2
    90 Exceptional
    16.0 km southwest of Harrogate
    53.8733°N, 1.6783°W
    ~30 min drive
  3. #3
    90 Exceptional
    16.1 km southwest of Harrogate
    53.8874°N, 1.7120°W
    ~30 min drive
  4. #4
    89 Outstanding
    20.0 km west-southwest of Harrogate
    53.9125°N, 1.8153°W
    ~35 min drive
  5. #5
    89 Outstanding
    19.4 km west-southwest of Harrogate
    53.9085°N, 1.8016°W
    ~35 min drive
Explore Harrogate on the map →

Also explore

Score Guide

Scores reflect horizon openness, terrain, and vegetation obstruction in the sunset direction, computed at 30 m resolution.

95–100 Perfect Unobstructed panoramic horizon
90–94 Exceptional Wide open sky, minimal obstruction
85–89 Outstanding Excellent sightlines toward sunset
75–84 Excellent Clear views with minor obstructions
65–74 Very good Good openness, some tree or terrain screening
55–64 Good Partial horizon, buildings or hills partially block
45–54 Average Mixed, visible sunset but limited horizon
30–44 Below average Significant obstruction in sunset direction
15–29 Poor Mostly blocked by terrain or vegetation
0–14 Very poor No meaningful view toward the sunset

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunset in Harrogate today?

Today, sunset in Harrogate is at 21:02 BST. Golden hour begins at 20:16. Blue hour ends at 21:54, marking the end of usable twilight.

Where is the best place to watch the sunset in Harrogate?

The highest-rated sunset viewpoint near Harrogate scores 91/100 (Exceptional) and is located 18.1 km west of Harrogate. Sunset Atlas ranks viewpoints by analysing terrain openness, vegetation obstruction, and horizon sightlines at 30-metre resolution. There are 5 top-rated spots within 20 km of the city centre.

What direction does the sun set in Harrogate?

Today the sun sets in the northwest at 303° azimuth. The sunset direction shifts throughout the year, from around 245° in midwinter to 315° at midsummer at this latitude.

When is golden hour in Harrogate?

Golden hour in Harrogate today begins at 20:16 BST, about 46 minutes before sunset at 21:02. This is the best window for warm, soft light, ideal for photography and sunset watching. Blue hour follows and ends at 21:54 BST.