Sunset & Sunrise Today in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Sunrise & Sunset Tomorrow in Minneapolis: sunrise 5:42 AM, sunset 8:55 PM.
On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, the sun sets over Minneapolis at 8:56 PM, having risen at 5:41 AM. That works out to 15h 15m of daylight today. The sun reaches its high point above Minneapolis at 1:19 PM.
Minneapolis lies at latitude 44.98°, 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 37 seconds. As summer progresses, sunrise and sunset in Minneapolis move a little each day rather than staying fixed.
Golden hour in Minneapolis this evening is roughly 8:13 PM–9:18 PM, the best window for warm, soft photos. The blue hour follows, roughly 9:18 PM to 9:32 PM, as twilight deepens.
Tomorrow, sunset in Minneapolis is at 8:55 PM and sunrise at 5:42 AM — about 1m 40s less daylight than today. The table below shows how sunrise and sunset in Minneapolis drift across the whole year.
It's summer in Minneapolis right now, when daylight is at its most generous. Over the course of the year, sunset in Minneapolis ranges from as early as 4:31 PM (around December 4) to as late as 9:03 PM (around June 21). Its longest day lands on June 20 with 15h 36m of daylight, and its shortest on December 21 with just 8h 45m.
Moon in Minneapolis today
Sunset today: Minneapolis vs nearby cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 5:41 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 15m |
| Saint Paul | 5:40 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 15m |
| Brooklyn Park | 5:41 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 16m |
| Plymouth | 5:41 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 15m |
| Bloomington | 5:41 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 14m |
Minneapolis sun facts for 2026
- Longest day June 20 — 15h 36m of daylight
- Shortest day December 21 — 8h 45m
- Latest sunset 9:03 PM (around June 21)
- Earliest sunset 4:31 PM (around December 4)
- Earliest sunrise 5:26 AM (around June 9)
- Latest sunrise 7:51 AM (around January 1)
Solstices & equinoxes in Minneapolis (2026)
| Event | Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | Mar 20, 2026 | 7:16 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 09m |
| June solstice (longest day) | Jun 21, 2026 | 5:26 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 36m |
| September equinox | Sep 22, 2026 | 7:00 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 09m |
| December solstice (shortest day) | Dec 21, 2026 | 7:48 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 45m |
Minneapolis sunrise & sunset — next 14 days
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed Jul 15 | 5:41 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 15m | — |
| Thu Jul 16 | 5:42 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 13m | −1m 40s |
| Fri Jul 17 | 5:43 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 11m | −1m 44s |
| Sat Jul 18 | 5:44 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 10m | −1m 47s |
| Sun Jul 19 | 5:44 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 08m | −1m 51s |
| Mon Jul 20 | 5:45 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 06m | −1m 53s |
| Tue Jul 21 | 5:47 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 04m | −1m 56s |
| Wed Jul 22 | 5:48 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 02m | −1m 59s |
| Thu Jul 23 | 5:49 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 00m | −2m 02s |
| Fri Jul 24 | 5:50 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 58m | −2m 05s |
| Sat Jul 25 | 5:51 AM | 8:47 PM | 14h 56m | −2m 07s |
| Sun Jul 26 | 5:52 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 54m | −2m 10s |
| Mon Jul 27 | 5:53 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 51m | −2m 12s |
| Tue Jul 28 | 5:54 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 49m | −2m 14s |
Twilight times in Minneapolis today
| Phase | Begins | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Astronomical twilight | 3:20 AM | 11:16 PM |
| Nautical twilight | 4:18 AM | 10:19 PM |
| Civil twilight | 5:04 AM | 9:32 PM |
| Morning golden hour | 5:18 AM | 6:23 AM |
| Evening golden hour | 8:13 PM | 9:18 PM |
Civil, nautical and astronomical twilight describe how far the sun is below the horizon — useful for photographers, sailors and stargazers in Minneapolis.
Sunrise & sunset in Minneapolis by month
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:51 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 50m |
| February | 7:32 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 48m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 09m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 46m |
| May | 6:02 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 16m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 22m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 32m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 40m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 14m |
| October | 7:11 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 41m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 08m |
| December | 7:31 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 01m |
Times shown for the 1st of each month, local time in Minneapolis.
Sunset & sunrise FAQ for Minneapolis
What time is sunset in Minneapolis today?
Sunset in Minneapolis, Minnesota is at 8:56 PM today. It shifts by a minute or two each day as the seasons change.
What time is sunrise in Minneapolis today?
Sunrise in Minneapolis is at 5:41 AM today, with 15h 15m of daylight to follow.
What time is sunrise in Minneapolis tomorrow?
Sunrise in Minneapolis tomorrow is at 5:42 AM, and sunset tomorrow is at 8:55 PM.
What time is sunset in Minneapolis tomorrow?
Sunset in Minneapolis tomorrow is at 8:55 PM.
How long is the day in Minneapolis today?
Minneapolis gets 15h 15m of daylight today, between sunrise at 5:41 AM and sunset at 8:56 PM.
When is golden hour in Minneapolis?
The evening golden hour in Minneapolis is about 8:13 PM to 9:18 PM today — the warm, soft light ideal for photos.
When is blue hour in Minneapolis?
The evening blue hour in Minneapolis runs from about 9:18 PM to 9:32 PM today, just after sunset.
What time does it get dark in Minneapolis?
After sunset at 8:56 PM, full darkness (the end of twilight) arrives in Minneapolis at around 9:32 PM today.
When is solar noon in Minneapolis?
Solar noon — when the sun is highest in the sky over Minneapolis — is at 1:19 PM today.
Sunset times in cities near Minneapolis
Sunrise & sunset times in more Minnesota cities
Sunset card for Minneapolis
Learn more about sunset, sunrise & twilight
- 🌇 What is golden hour?Golden hour is the warm, soft light just after sunrise and before sunset. Learn what it is, when it happens, how long it lasts, and how to use it.
- 🌆 What is blue hour?Discover what blue hour is, when it happens, how it differs from golden hour, and expert tips for photographing the soft blue twilight. Check exact blue.
- 🌌 Twilight explained: civil, nautical & astronomicalLearn the three phases of twilight—civil, nautical, astronomical—and what they mean for photographers, stargazers, and sunset lovers.
- 🌅 Why are sunsets red and orange?Discover the science behind red and orange sunsets, from Rayleigh scattering to air quality. Learn when and where to see the most vivid colors.
- 📸 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.