Georgia
What time is sunset today in Atlanta?
The skyline faces west from the Jackson Street Bridge, a classic place to put the sun behind the buildings. Parks beat downtown canyons, which hide the horizon.
Sunset in Atlanta today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:57 PM EDT. Golden hour runs 5:57-6:57 PM and blue hour ends 7:37 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 6/10: Worth stepping outside.
6/10 Worth stepping outside
Sunset 6:57 PM EDT.
Clear skies, pretty but simple.
Sunset times this week in Atlanta
Local time (EDT, America/New_York). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 6:57 PM EDT | 5:57 PM EDT | |
| 6:56 PM EDT | 5:56 PM EDT | |
| 6:55 PM EDT | 5:55 PM EDT | |
| 6:54 PM EDT | 5:54 PM EDT | |
| 6:53 PM EDT | 5:53 PM EDT | |
| 6:51 PM EDT | 5:51 PM EDT | |
| 6:50 PM EDT | 5:50 PM EDT |
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Sunset in Atlanta — quick answers
What time is sunset in Atlanta today?
Sunset in Atlanta today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:57 PM EDT.
When is golden hour in Atlanta tonight?
Golden hour in Atlanta tonight runs 5:57-6:57 PM and blue hour ends 7:37 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Atlanta tonight?
Tonight's SunsetPing score is 6/10: Worth stepping outside. 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 Atlanta?
People watch the sunset in Atlanta from Piedmont Park, Jackson Street Bridge, and Chattahoochee River.
Where people stand
- Piedmont Park
- Jackson Street Bridge
- Chattahoochee River
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