Salisbury

United Kingdom · England

N S W E
Sunset today
18:51
Golden hour
18:12
Direction
268° west
Top score
90/100
Local time · BST

Wondering where to watch the sunset in Salisbury tonight? Tonight the sun sets at 18:51 toward the west. Sunset Atlas analyses terrain, vegetation, and horizon openness at 30-metre resolution to find the highest-rated viewpoints near Salisbury.

Top 5 Sunset Spots Within 20 km

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

  1. #1
    90 Exceptional
    16.5 km west-southwest of Salisbury
    51.0368°N, 2.0247°W
    ~30 min drive
  2. #2
    90 Exceptional
    19.3 km west-southwest of Salisbury
    50.9977°N, 2.0467°W
    ~35 min drive
  3. #3
    90 Exceptional
    14.8 km north-northeast of Salisbury
    51.1919°N, 1.7147°W
    ~25 min drive
  4. #4
    90 Exceptional
    13.7 km north-northeast of Salisbury
    51.1838°N, 1.7230°W
    ~25 min drive
  5. #5
    89 Outstanding
    18.4 km west-southwest of Salisbury
    51.0292°N, 2.0498°W
    ~30 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 Salisbury today?

Today, sunset in Salisbury is at 18:51 BST. Golden hour begins at 18:12. Blue hour ends at 19:29, marking the end of usable twilight.

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

The highest-rated sunset viewpoint near Salisbury scores 90/100 (Exceptional) and is located 16.5 km west-southwest of Salisbury. 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 Salisbury?

Today the sun sets in the west at 268° 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 Salisbury?

Golden hour in Salisbury today begins at 18:12 BST, about 38 minutes before sunset at 18:51. This is the best window for warm, soft light, ideal for photography and sunset watching. Blue hour follows and ends at 19:29 BST.