New Mexico
What time is sunset today in Albuquerque?
The Sandias close the east side, so the sunset is the open west mesa. Dust in the valley, not rain, is what usually colors the sky.
Sunset in Albuquerque today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:25 PM MDT. Golden hour runs 5:25-6:25 PM and blue hour ends 7:05 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 10/10: Don't miss it.
10/10 Don't miss it
Sunset 6:25 PM MDT.
High, scattered clouds to catch the color.
Sunset times this week in Albuquerque
Local time (MDT, America/Denver). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 6:25 PM MDT | 5:25 PM MDT | |
| 6:24 PM MDT | 5:24 PM MDT | |
| 6:23 PM MDT | 5:23 PM MDT | |
| 6:21 PM MDT | 5:21 PM MDT | |
| 6:20 PM MDT | 5:20 PM MDT | |
| 6:19 PM MDT | 5:19 PM MDT | |
| 6:18 PM MDT | 5:18 PM MDT |
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Sunset in Albuquerque — quick answers
What time is sunset in Albuquerque today?
Sunset in Albuquerque today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:25 PM MDT.
When is golden hour in Albuquerque tonight?
Golden hour in Albuquerque tonight runs 5:25-6:25 PM and blue hour ends 7:05 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Albuquerque tonight?
Tonight's SunsetPing score is 10/10: Don't miss it. The score uses cloud layers, humidity, and visibility. 8 or above means don't miss it.
Where is the best place to watch the sunset in Albuquerque?
People watch the sunset in Albuquerque from Sandia Peak, Rio Grande bosque, and Petroglyph National Monument.
Where people stand
- Sandia Peak
- Rio Grande bosque
- Petroglyph National Monument
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