Michigan
What time is sunset today in Detroit?
Canada is south, across the river, so the sun sets to the west along the river rather than over Windsor. Belle Isle's west end stays open when downtown blocks the horizon.
Sunset in Detroit today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:42 PM EDT. Golden hour runs 5:42-6:42 PM and blue hour ends 7:22 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 6/10: Worth stepping outside.
6/10 Worth stepping outside
Sunset 6:42 PM EDT.
Clear skies, pretty but simple.
Sunset times this week in Detroit
Local time (EDT, America/Detroit). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 6:42 PM EDT | 5:42 PM EDT | |
| 6:40 PM EDT | 5:40 PM EDT | |
| 6:39 PM EDT | 5:39 PM EDT | |
| 6:38 PM EDT | 5:38 PM EDT | |
| 6:36 PM EDT | 5:36 PM EDT | |
| 6:35 PM EDT | 5:35 PM EDT | |
| 6:33 PM EDT | 5:33 PM EDT |
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Sunset in Detroit — quick answers
What time is sunset in Detroit today?
Sunset in Detroit today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:42 PM EDT.
When is golden hour in Detroit tonight?
Golden hour in Detroit tonight runs 5:42-6:42 PM and blue hour ends 7:22 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Detroit 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 Detroit?
People watch the sunset in Detroit from Belle Isle, Riverwalk, and William G. Milliken State Park.
Where people stand
- Belle Isle
- Riverwalk
- William G. Milliken State Park
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