Newcastle upon Tyne

United Kingdom · England

N S W E
Sunset today
18:49
Golden hour
18:07
Direction
267° west
Top score
91/100
Local time · BST

Wondering where to watch the sunset in Newcastle upon Tyne tonight? Tonight the sun sets at 18:49 toward the west. Sunset Atlas analyses terrain, vegetation, and horizon openness at 30-metre resolution to find the highest-rated viewpoints near Newcastle upon Tyne.

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
    18.0 km west-southwest of Newcastle upon Tyne
    54.9259°N, 1.8840°W
    ~30 min drive
  2. #2
    89 Outstanding
    16.3 km southwest of Newcastle upon Tyne
    54.8583°N, 1.7645°W
    ~30 min drive
  3. #3
    89 Outstanding
    12.1 km north-northwest of Newcastle upon Tyne
    55.0818°N, 1.6763°W
    ~20 min drive
  4. #4
    88 Outstanding
    17.9 km west-southwest of Newcastle upon Tyne
    54.9440°N, 1.8919°W
    ~30 min drive
  5. #5
    88 Outstanding
    13.2 km west-southwest of Newcastle upon Tyne
    54.9395°N, 1.8139°W
    ~25 min drive
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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 Newcastle upon Tyne today?

Today, sunset in Newcastle upon Tyne is at 18:49 BST. Golden hour begins at 18:07. Blue hour ends at 19:31, marking the end of usable twilight.

Where is the best place to watch the sunset in Newcastle upon Tyne?

The highest-rated sunset viewpoint near Newcastle upon Tyne scores 91/100 (Exceptional) and is located 18.0 km west-southwest of Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

Today the sun sets in the west at 267° 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

Golden hour in Newcastle upon Tyne today begins at 18:07 BST, about 42 minutes before sunset at 18:49. This is the best window for warm, soft light, ideal for photography and sunset watching. Blue hour follows and ends at 19:31 BST.