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Sunrise and sunset in Rome, Italy
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 7:19 AM–7:57 AM and 5:58 PM–6:35 PM
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Sunrise and sunset in Rome through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 7:07 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 47m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 7:23 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 8m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:43 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 23m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 7:00 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 51m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 7:19 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 22m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 7:31 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 9m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:39 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 11m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:36 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 27m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 7:24 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 1m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 7:08 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 35m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:47 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 13m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:24 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 52m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:55 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 40m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:31 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 19m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:08 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 0m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:51 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 32m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 5:39 AM | 8:39 PM | 15h 0m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 5:35 AM | 8:47 PM | 15h 12m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 5:39 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 11m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:48 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 57m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:04 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 27m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:18 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 54m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:36 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 10m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:50 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 32m |
Calculated for 41.90°N, 12.48°E, including daylight saving time where Rome uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Rome this year
- Longest day: June 21 (15h 14m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (9h 7m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:35 AM on June 11
- Latest sunset: 8:50 PM on June 22
Questions
What time is sunrise in Rome today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 7:19 AM and sets at 6:35 PM in Rome, giving 11 hours 16 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Rome?
The longest day in Rome in 2026 is June 21, with 15 hours 14 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Rome?
The shortest day in Rome in 2026 is December 22, with 9 hours 7 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Rome?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:35 AM on June 11, and the latest sunset is 8:50 PM on June 22. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Rome?
Today, golden hour in Rome is from sunrise (7:19 AM) to 7:57 AM in the morning, and from 5:58 PM to sunset (6:35 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.