Sunset & Sunrise Today in Seattle, Washington
Sunrise & Sunset Tomorrow in Seattle: sunrise 6:25 AM, sunset 7:53 PM.
Seattle, Washington sees the sun come up at 6:24 AM and go down at 7:54 PM on Saturday, August 29, 2026 — 13h 30m of daylight from sunrise to sunset. Local solar noon in Seattle falls at 1:10 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 3 minutes shorter and 17 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 7:14 PM to 8:15 PM — that warm, low, flattering light just before sunset. The blue hour follows, roughly 8:15 PM to 8:27 PM, as twilight deepens.
Tomorrow, sunset in Seattle is at 7:53 PM and sunrise at 6:25 AM — about 3m 18s 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 | 6:24 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 30m |
| Bellevue | 6:23 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 30m |
| Kirkland | 6:23 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 30m |
| Burien | 6:24 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 30m |
| Renton | 6:24 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 30m |
Seattle sun facts for 2026
- Longest day June 20 — 15h 58m of daylight
- Shortest day December 21 — 8h 24m
- Latest sunset 9:10 PM (June 19)
- Earliest sunset 4:17 PM (December 6)
- Earliest sunrise 5:11 AM (June 10)
- Latest sunrise 7:57 AM (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat Aug 29 | 6:24 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 30m | — |
| Sun Aug 30 | 6:25 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 27m | −3m 18s |
| Mon Aug 31 | 6:27 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 23m | −3m 18s |
| Tue Sep 1 | 6:28 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 20m | −3m 18s |
| Wed Sep 2 | 6:29 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 17m | −3m 19s |
| Thu Sep 3 | 6:31 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 13m | −3m 20s |
| Fri Sep 4 | 6:32 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 10m | −3m 20s |
| Sat Sep 5 | 6:33 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 07m | −3m 20s |
| Sun Sep 6 | 6:35 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 03m | −3m 21s |
| Mon Sep 7 | 6:36 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 00m | −3m 22s |
| Tue Sep 8 | 6:37 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 57m | −3m 21s |
| Wed Sep 9 | 6:39 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 53m | −3m 22s |
| Thu Sep 10 | 6:40 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 50m | −3m 23s |
| Fri Sep 11 | 6:41 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 47m | −3m 22s |
Twilight times in Seattle today
| Phase | Begins | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Astronomical twilight | 4:30 AM | 9:48 PM |
| Nautical twilight | 5:12 AM | 9:06 PM |
| Civil twilight | 5:51 AM | 8:27 PM |
| Morning golden hour | 6:04 AM | 7:04 AM |
| Evening golden hour | 7:14 PM | 8:15 PM |
Civil, nautical and astronomical twilight describe how far the sun is below the horizon.
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.
Sunset & sunrise FAQ for Seattle
What time is sunset in Seattle today?
Sunset in Seattle, Washington is at 7:54 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 6:24 AM today, with 13h 30m of daylight to follow.
What time is sunrise in Seattle tomorrow?
Sunrise in Seattle tomorrow is at 6:25 AM, and sunset tomorrow is at 7:53 PM.
What time is sunset in Seattle tomorrow?
Sunset in Seattle tomorrow is at 7:53 PM.
How long is the day in Seattle today?
Seattle gets 13h 30m of daylight today, between sunrise at 6:24 AM and sunset at 7:54 PM.
When is golden hour in Seattle?
The evening golden hour in Seattle is about 7:14 PM to 8:15 PM today — the warm, soft light ideal for photos.
When is blue hour in Seattle?
The evening blue hour in Seattle runs from about 8:15 PM to 8:27 PM today, just after sunset.
What time does it get dark in Seattle?
After sunset at 7:54 PM, full darkness (the end of twilight) arrives in Seattle at around 8:27 PM today.
When is solar noon in Seattle?
Solar noon — when the sun is highest in the sky over Seattle — is at 1:10 PM today.
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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.
- 🌅 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.