Colorado
What time is sunset today in Denver?
The Front Range blocks the horizon, so the sun disappears into the mountains before the color peaks. Red Rocks and the west-facing lakes catch the alpenglow.
Sunset in Denver today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:13 PM MDT. Golden hour runs 5:13-6:13 PM and blue hour ends 6:53 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 6/10: Worth stepping outside.
6/10 Worth stepping outside
Sunset 6:13 PM MDT.
Clear skies, pretty but simple.
Sunset times this week in Denver
Local time (MDT, America/Denver). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 6:13 PM MDT | 5:13 PM MDT | |
| 6:12 PM MDT | 5:12 PM MDT | |
| 6:10 PM MDT | 5:10 PM MDT | |
| 6:09 PM MDT | 5:09 PM MDT | |
| 6:08 PM MDT | 5:08 PM MDT | |
| 6:06 PM MDT | 5:06 PM MDT | |
| 6:05 PM MDT | 5:05 PM MDT |
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Sunset in Denver — quick answers
What time is sunset in Denver today?
Sunset in Denver today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:13 PM MDT.
When is golden hour in Denver tonight?
Golden hour in Denver tonight runs 5:13-6:13 PM and blue hour ends 6:53 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Denver 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 Denver?
People watch the sunset in Denver from Red Rocks, Sloan's Lake, and Mount Morrison foothills.
Where people stand
- Red Rocks
- Sloan's Lake
- Mount Morrison foothills
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