Sunset & Sunrise Today in Vancouver, Washington
Sunrise & Sunset Tomorrow in Vancouver: sunrise 5:37 AM, sunset 8:55 PM.
On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, the sun sets over Vancouver at 8:56 PM, having risen at 5:36 AM. That works out to 15h 19m of daylight today. Solar noon, when the sun is highest over Vancouver, is at 1:16 PM.
Because Vancouver is at 45.64° (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 41 seconds. As summer progresses, sunrise and sunset in Vancouver move a little each day rather than staying fixed.
If you're shooting at sunset, aim for Vancouver's golden hour, about 8:13 PM to 9:19 PM. The blue hour follows, roughly 9:19 PM to 9:33 PM, as twilight deepens.
Tomorrow, sunset in Vancouver is at 8:55 PM and sunrise at 5:37 AM — about 1m 43s less daylight than today. The table below shows how sunrise and sunset in Vancouver drift across the whole year.
It's summer in Vancouver right now, when daylight is at its most generous. Over the course of the year, sunset in Vancouver ranges from as early as 4:26 PM (around December 5) to as late as 9:03 PM (around June 20). Its longest day lands on June 20 with 15h 41m of daylight, and its shortest on December 21 with just 8h 40m.
Moon in Vancouver today
Sunset today: Vancouver vs nearby cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver | 5:36 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 19m |
| Portland | 5:36 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 19m |
| Beaverton | 5:37 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 18m |
| Gresham | 5:36 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 18m |
| Hillsboro | 5:38 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 19m |
Vancouver sun facts for 2026
- Longest day June 20 — 15h 41m of daylight
- Shortest day December 21 — 8h 40m
- Latest sunset 9:03 PM (around June 20)
- Earliest sunset 4:26 PM (around December 5)
- Earliest sunrise 5:21 AM (around June 9)
- Latest sunrise 7:51 AM (around January 1)
Solstices & equinoxes in Vancouver (2026)
| Event | Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | Mar 20, 2026 | 7:13 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 09m |
| June solstice (longest day) | Jun 21, 2026 | 5:21 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 41m |
| September equinox | Sep 22, 2026 | 6:58 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 09m |
| December solstice (shortest day) | Dec 21, 2026 | 7:48 AM | 4:29 PM | 8h 40m |
Vancouver sunrise & sunset — next 14 days
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed Jul 15 | 5:36 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 19m | — |
| Thu Jul 16 | 5:37 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 18m | −1m 43s |
| Fri Jul 17 | 5:38 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 16m | −1m 47s |
| Sat Jul 18 | 5:39 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 14m | −1m 51s |
| Sun Jul 19 | 5:40 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 12m | −1m 53s |
| Mon Jul 20 | 5:41 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 10m | −1m 57s |
| Tue Jul 21 | 5:42 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 08m | −1m 59s |
| Wed Jul 22 | 5:43 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 06m | −2m 03s |
| Thu Jul 23 | 5:44 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 04m | −2m 05s |
| Fri Jul 24 | 5:45 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 02m | −2m 08s |
| Sat Jul 25 | 5:46 AM | 8:46 PM | 15h 00m | −2m 11s |
| Sun Jul 26 | 5:47 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 58m | −2m 14s |
| Mon Jul 27 | 5:48 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 55m | −2m 16s |
| Tue Jul 28 | 5:50 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 53m | −2m 18s |
Twilight times in Vancouver today
| Phase | Begins | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Astronomical twilight | 3:11 AM | 11:20 PM |
| Nautical twilight | 4:11 AM | 10:20 PM |
| Civil twilight | 4:59 AM | 9:33 PM |
| Morning golden hour | 5:13 AM | 6:19 AM |
| Evening golden hour | 8:13 PM | 9:19 PM |
Civil, nautical and astronomical twilight describe how far the sun is below the horizon — useful for photographers, sailors and stargazers in Vancouver.
Sunrise & sunset in Vancouver by month
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:51 AM | 4:37 PM | 8h 45m |
| February | 7:32 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 45m |
| March | 6:48 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 08m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 48m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 27m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 37m |
| August | 5:54 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 43m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 15m |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 05m |
| December | 7:31 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 56m |
Times shown for the 1st of each month, local time in Vancouver.
Sunset & sunrise FAQ for Vancouver
What time is sunset in Vancouver today?
Sunset in Vancouver, Washington is at 8:56 PM today. It shifts by a minute or two each day as the seasons change.
What time is sunrise in Vancouver today?
Sunrise in Vancouver is at 5:36 AM today, with 15h 19m of daylight to follow.
What time is sunrise in Vancouver tomorrow?
Sunrise in Vancouver tomorrow is at 5:37 AM, and sunset tomorrow is at 8:55 PM.
What time is sunset in Vancouver tomorrow?
Sunset in Vancouver tomorrow is at 8:55 PM.
How long is the day in Vancouver today?
Vancouver gets 15h 19m of daylight today, between sunrise at 5:36 AM and sunset at 8:56 PM.
When is golden hour in Vancouver?
The evening golden hour in Vancouver is about 8:13 PM to 9:19 PM today — the warm, soft light ideal for photos.
When is blue hour in Vancouver?
The evening blue hour in Vancouver runs from about 9:19 PM to 9:33 PM today, just after sunset.
What time does it get dark in Vancouver?
After sunset at 8:56 PM, full darkness (the end of twilight) arrives in Vancouver at around 9:33 PM today.
When is solar noon in Vancouver?
Solar noon — when the sun is highest in the sky over Vancouver — is at 1:16 PM today.
Sunset times in cities near Vancouver
Sunrise & sunset times in more Washington cities
Sunset card for Vancouver
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.