Sunset & Sunrise Today in Denver, Colorado
Sunrise & Sunset Tomorrow in Denver: sunrise 5:45 AM, sunset 8:26 PM.
Denver, Colorado sees the sun come up at 5:44 AM and go down at 8:26 PM on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 — 14h 41m of daylight from sunrise to sunset. Solar noon, when the sun is highest over Denver, is at 1:05 PM.
Denver lies at latitude 39.74°, in the mid-latitudes, where daylight swings noticeably between the long days of summer and the short days of winter. Each day is currently getting about 1 minute shorter and 19 seconds. Through summer, the sunset time in Denver keeps shifting, which is why it pays to check the exact figure day by day.
For photographers, the evening golden hour in Denver runs from about 7:48 PM to 8:46 PM — that warm, low, flattering light just before sunset. The blue hour follows, roughly 8:46 PM to 8:58 PM, as twilight deepens.
Tomorrow, sunset in Denver is at 8:26 PM and sunrise at 5:45 AM — about 1m 22s less daylight than today. The table below shows how sunrise and sunset in Denver drift across the whole year.
It's summer in Denver right now, when daylight is at its most generous. Over the course of the year, sunset in Denver ranges from as early as 4:34 PM (around December 6) to as late as 8:31 PM (around June 21). Its longest day lands on June 21 with 14h 58m of daylight, and its shortest on December 21 with just 9h 20m.
Moon in Denver today
Sunset today: Denver vs nearby cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | 5:44 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 41m |
| Lakewood | 5:45 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 41m |
| Arvada | 5:45 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 42m |
| Westminster | 5:44 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 42m |
| Aurora | 5:44 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 41m |
Denver sun facts for 2026
- Longest day June 21 — 14h 58m of daylight
- Shortest day December 21 — 9h 20m
- Latest sunset 8:31 PM (around June 21)
- Earliest sunset 4:34 PM (around December 6)
- Earliest sunrise 5:31 AM (around June 9)
- Latest sunrise 7:27 AM (around October 31)
Solstices & equinoxes in Denver (2026)
| Event | Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | Mar 20, 2026 | 7:03 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 08m |
| June solstice (longest day) | Jun 21, 2026 | 5:32 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 58m |
| September equinox | Sep 22, 2026 | 6:47 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 08m |
| December solstice (shortest day) | Dec 21, 2026 | 7:17 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 20m |
Denver sunrise & sunset — next 14 days
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed Jul 15 | 5:44 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 41m | — |
| Thu Jul 16 | 5:45 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 40m | −1m 22s |
| Fri Jul 17 | 5:46 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 38m | −1m 24s |
| Sat Jul 18 | 5:47 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 37m | −1m 27s |
| Sun Jul 19 | 5:48 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 36m | −1m 29s |
| Mon Jul 20 | 5:48 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 34m | −1m 32s |
| Tue Jul 21 | 5:49 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 32m | −1m 34s |
| Wed Jul 22 | 5:50 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 31m | −1m 37s |
| Thu Jul 23 | 5:51 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 29m | −1m 39s |
| Fri Jul 24 | 5:52 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 27m | −1m 41s |
| Sat Jul 25 | 5:53 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 26m | −1m 44s |
| Sun Jul 26 | 5:53 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 24m | −1m 45s |
| Mon Jul 27 | 5:54 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 22m | −1m 48s |
| Tue Jul 28 | 5:55 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 20m | −1m 50s |
Twilight times in Denver today
| Phase | Begins | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Astronomical twilight | 3:48 AM | 10:22 PM |
| Nautical twilight | 4:33 AM | 9:38 PM |
| Civil twilight | 5:12 AM | 8:58 PM |
| Morning golden hour | 5:24 AM | 6:23 AM |
| Evening golden hour | 7:48 PM | 8:46 PM |
Civil, nautical and astronomical twilight describe how far the sun is below the horizon — useful for photographers, sailors and stargazers in Denver.
Sunrise & sunset in Denver by month
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 24m |
| February | 7:07 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 11m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 18m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 39m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 53m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 47m |
| July | 5:36 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 55m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 13m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 02m |
| October | 6:56 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 45m |
| November | 6:28 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 7:02 AM | 4:35 PM | 9h 33m |
Times shown for the 1st of each month, local time in Denver.
Sunset & sunrise FAQ for Denver
What time is sunset in Denver today?
Sunset in Denver, Colorado is at 8:26 PM today. It shifts by a minute or two each day as the seasons change.
What time is sunrise in Denver today?
Sunrise in Denver is at 5:44 AM today, with 14h 41m of daylight to follow.
What time is sunrise in Denver tomorrow?
Sunrise in Denver tomorrow is at 5:45 AM, and sunset tomorrow is at 8:26 PM.
What time is sunset in Denver tomorrow?
Sunset in Denver tomorrow is at 8:26 PM.
How long is the day in Denver today?
Denver gets 14h 41m of daylight today, between sunrise at 5:44 AM and sunset at 8:26 PM.
When is golden hour in Denver?
The evening golden hour in Denver is about 7:48 PM to 8:46 PM today — the warm, soft light ideal for photos.
When is blue hour in Denver?
The evening blue hour in Denver runs from about 8:46 PM to 8:58 PM today, just after sunset.
What time does it get dark in Denver?
After sunset at 8:26 PM, full darkness (the end of twilight) arrives in Denver at around 8:58 PM today.
When is solar noon in Denver?
Solar noon — when the sun is highest in the sky over Denver — is at 1:05 PM today.
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Sunset card for Denver
Learn more about sunset, sunrise & twilight
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- 🌌 Twilight explained: civil, nautical & astronomicalLearn the three phases of twilight—civil, nautical, astronomical—and what they mean for photographers, stargazers, and sunset lovers.
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- 📸 The best time to photograph a sunsetDiscover the best time to photograph a sunset, from golden hour to blue hour. Learn exact timing, camera settings, and composition tips for stunning shots.
- ☀️ What is solar noon?Solar noon is when the sun reaches its highest point. Learn why it rarely matches 12:00 PM and how to find your exact solar noon.
- 📈 Why days get longer and shorter through the yearEarth's axial tilt drives seasonal day-length changes. Learn how solstices, equinoxes, and latitude affect daylight where you live.
- 🌞 The summer solstice explainedWhat causes the summer solstice, when it happens, and how it affects sunset times. Discover the science and beauty of the year's longest day.