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What time is sunset today in Bar Harbor?
Cadillac Mountain is one of the first high points to catch, and lose, the evening light on the East Coast. The summit road closes when the lot is full, so earlier is safer.
Sunset in Bar Harbor today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 5:40 PM EDT. Golden hour runs 4:40-5:40 PM and blue hour ends 6:20 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 4/10: Maybe a quick peek.
4/10 Maybe a quick peek
Sunset 5:40 PM EDT.
Clear skies, pretty but simple, some low clouds near the horizon.
Sunset times this week in Bar Harbor
Local time (EDT, America/New_York). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 5:40 PM EDT | 4:40 PM EDT | |
| 5:38 PM EDT | 4:38 PM EDT | |
| 5:37 PM EDT | 4:37 PM EDT | |
| 5:35 PM EDT | 4:35 PM EDT | |
| 5:34 PM EDT | 4:34 PM EDT | |
| 5:32 PM EDT | 4:32 PM EDT | |
| 5:31 PM EDT | 4:31 PM EDT |
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Sunset in Bar Harbor — quick answers
What time is sunset in Bar Harbor today?
Sunset in Bar Harbor today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 5:40 PM EDT.
When is golden hour in Bar Harbor tonight?
Golden hour in Bar Harbor tonight runs 4:40-5:40 PM and blue hour ends 6:20 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Bar Harbor tonight?
Tonight's SunsetPing score is 4/10: Maybe a quick peek. 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 Bar Harbor?
People watch the sunset in Bar Harbor from Cadillac Mountain, Agamont Park, and Schoodic Peninsula.
Where people stand
- Cadillac Mountain
- Agamont Park
- Schoodic Peninsula
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