Rye

United Kingdom · England

N S W E
Sunset today
20:41
Golden hour
19:59
Direction
300° northwest
Local time · BST
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Wondering where to watch the sunset in Rye tonight? Tonight the sun sets at 20:41 toward the northwest. Sunset Atlas analyses terrain, vegetation, and horizon openness at 30-metre resolution to find the highest-rated viewpoints near Rye.

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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 Rye today?

Today, sunset in Rye is at 20:41 BST. Golden hour begins at 19:59. Blue hour ends at 21:28, marking the end of usable twilight.

What direction does the sun set in Rye?

Today the sun sets in the northwest at 300° 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 Rye?

Golden hour in Rye today begins at 19:59 BST, about 43 minutes before sunset at 20:41. This is the best window for warm, soft light, ideal for photography and sunset watching. Blue hour follows and ends at 21:28 BST.