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What time is sunset today in Austin?
Mount Bonnell is the easy high seat over the hills. The lake path works when you want the sun to drop into the water rather than the trees.
Sunset in Austin today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:54 PM CDT. Golden hour runs 5:54-6:54 PM and blue hour ends 7:34 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 6/10: Worth stepping outside.
6/10 Worth stepping outside
Sunset 6:54 PM CDT.
Clear skies, pretty but simple.
Sunset times this week in Austin
Local time (CDT, America/Chicago). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 6:54 PM CDT | 5:54 PM CDT | |
| 6:53 PM CDT | 5:53 PM CDT | |
| 6:52 PM CDT | 5:52 PM CDT | |
| 6:51 PM CDT | 5:51 PM CDT | |
| 6:50 PM CDT | 5:50 PM CDT | |
| 6:49 PM CDT | 5:49 PM CDT | |
| 6:48 PM CDT | 5:48 PM CDT |
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Sunset in Austin — quick answers
What time is sunset in Austin today?
Sunset in Austin today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:54 PM CDT.
When is golden hour in Austin tonight?
Golden hour in Austin tonight runs 5:54-6:54 PM and blue hour ends 7:34 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Austin 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 Austin?
People watch the sunset in Austin from Mount Bonnell, 360 Bridge overlook, and Lady Bird Lake.
Where people stand
- Mount Bonnell
- 360 Bridge overlook
- Lady Bird Lake
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