Sunset & Sunrise Today in Seattle, Washington
Sunrise & Sunset Tomorrow in Seattle: sunrise 5:28 AM, sunset 9:01 PM.
Seattle, Washington sees the sun come up at 5:27 AM and go down at 9:02 PM on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 — 15h 34m of daylight from sunrise to sunset. Local solar noon in Seattle falls at 1:15 PM.
Because Seattle is at 47.61° (the upper mid-latitudes), there is a big difference between long summer days and short winter days. Each day is currently getting about 1 minute shorter and 49 seconds. Through summer, the sunset time in Seattle keeps shifting, which is why it pays to check the exact figure day by day.
For photographers, the evening golden hour in Seattle runs from about 8:17 PM to 9:26 PM — that warm, low, flattering light just before sunset. The blue hour follows, roughly 9:26 PM to 9:41 PM, as twilight deepens.
Tomorrow, sunset in Seattle is at 9:01 PM and sunrise at 5:28 AM — about 1m 53s less daylight than today. The table below shows how sunrise and sunset in Seattle drift across the whole year.
It's summer in Seattle right now, when daylight is at its most generous. Over the course of the year, sunset in Seattle ranges from as early as 4:17 PM (around December 6) to as late as 9:10 PM (around June 19). Its longest day lands on June 20 with 15h 58m of daylight, and its shortest on December 21 with just 8h 24m.
Moon in Seattle today
Sunset today: Seattle vs nearby cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | 5:27 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 34m |
| Bellevue | 5:27 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 34m |
| Kirkland | 5:26 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 35m |
| Renton | 5:27 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 33m |
| Kent | 5:28 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 33m |
Seattle sun facts for 2026
- Longest day June 20 — 15h 58m of daylight
- Shortest day December 21 — 8h 24m
- Latest sunset 9:10 PM (around June 19)
- Earliest sunset 4:17 PM (around December 6)
- Earliest sunrise 5:11 AM (around June 10)
- Latest sunrise 7:57 AM (around January 1)
Solstices & equinoxes in Seattle (2026)
| Event | Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | Mar 20, 2026 | 7:12 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 10m |
| June solstice (longest day) | Jun 21, 2026 | 5:11 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 58m |
| September equinox | Sep 22, 2026 | 6:56 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 09m |
| December solstice (shortest day) | Dec 21, 2026 | 7:55 AM | 4:20 PM | 8h 24m |
Seattle sunrise & sunset — next 14 days
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed Jul 15 | 5:27 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 34m | — |
| Thu Jul 16 | 5:28 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 32m | −1m 53s |
| Fri Jul 17 | 5:29 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 31m | −1m 56s |
| Sat Jul 18 | 5:30 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 29m | −2m 00s |
| Sun Jul 19 | 5:31 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 26m | −2m 03s |
| Mon Jul 20 | 5:32 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 24m | −2m 07s |
| Tue Jul 21 | 5:34 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 22m | −2m 10s |
| Wed Jul 22 | 5:35 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 20m | −2m 13s |
| Thu Jul 23 | 5:36 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 18m | −2m 16s |
| Fri Jul 24 | 5:37 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 15m | −2m 19s |
| Sat Jul 25 | 5:38 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 13m | −2m 22s |
| Sun Jul 26 | 5:39 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 11m | −2m 25s |
| Mon Jul 27 | 5:41 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 08m | −2m 27s |
| Tue Jul 28 | 5:42 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 06m | −2m 30s |
Twilight times in Seattle today
| Phase | Begins | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Astronomical twilight | 2:45 AM | 11:43 PM |
| Nautical twilight | 3:56 AM | 10:33 PM |
| Civil twilight | 4:48 AM | 9:41 PM |
| Morning golden hour | 5:03 AM | 6:13 AM |
| Evening golden hour | 8:17 PM | 9:26 PM |
Civil, nautical and astronomical twilight describe how far the sun is below the horizon — useful for photographers, sailors and stargazers in Seattle.
Sunrise & sunset in Seattle by month
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 4:28 PM | 8h 30m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 34m |
| March | 6:49 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 04m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 51m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 43m |
| July | 5:16 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 54m |
| August | 5:47 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 55m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 20m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 57m |
| December | 7:37 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 42m |
Times shown for the 1st of each month, local time in Seattle.
Sunset & sunrise FAQ for Seattle
What time is sunset in Seattle today?
Sunset in Seattle, Washington is at 9:02 PM today. It shifts by a minute or two each day as the seasons change.
What time is sunrise in Seattle today?
Sunrise in Seattle is at 5:27 AM today, with 15h 34m of daylight to follow.
What time is sunrise in Seattle tomorrow?
Sunrise in Seattle tomorrow is at 5:28 AM, and sunset tomorrow is at 9:01 PM.
What time is sunset in Seattle tomorrow?
Sunset in Seattle tomorrow is at 9:01 PM.
How long is the day in Seattle today?
Seattle gets 15h 34m of daylight today, between sunrise at 5:27 AM and sunset at 9:02 PM.
When is golden hour in Seattle?
The evening golden hour in Seattle is about 8:17 PM to 9:26 PM today — the warm, soft light ideal for photos.
When is blue hour in Seattle?
The evening blue hour in Seattle runs from about 9:26 PM to 9:41 PM today, just after sunset.
What time does it get dark in Seattle?
After sunset at 9:02 PM, full darkness (the end of twilight) arrives in Seattle at around 9:41 PM today.
When is solar noon in Seattle?
Solar noon — when the sun is highest in the sky over Seattle — is at 1:15 PM today.
Sunset times in cities near Seattle
Sunrise & sunset times in more Washington cities
Sunset card for Seattle
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.