Arizona
What time is sunset today in Grand Canyon?
The canyon walls light up after the sun leaves the rim. Hopi Point looks down the longest stretch of river, which is why it is the usual sunset stop.
Sunset in Grand Canyon today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 5:46 PM MST. Golden hour runs 4:46-5:46 PM and blue hour ends 6:26 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 6/10: Worth stepping outside.
6/10 Worth stepping outside
Sunset 5:46 PM MST.
A thick cloud deck overhead.
Sunset times this week in Grand Canyon
Local time (MST, America/Phoenix). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 5:46 PM MST | 4:46 PM MST | |
| 5:45 PM MST | 4:45 PM MST | |
| 5:44 PM MST | 4:44 PM MST | |
| 5:42 PM MST | 4:42 PM MST | |
| 5:41 PM MST | 4:41 PM MST | |
| 5:40 PM MST | 4:40 PM MST | |
| 5:39 PM MST | 4:39 PM MST |
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Sunset in Grand Canyon — quick answers
What time is sunset in Grand Canyon today?
Sunset in Grand Canyon today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 5:46 PM MST.
When is golden hour in Grand Canyon tonight?
Golden hour in Grand Canyon tonight runs 4:46-5:46 PM and blue hour ends 6:26 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Grand Canyon 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 Grand Canyon?
People watch the sunset in Grand Canyon from Hopi Point, Yavapai Point, and Desert View.
Where people stand
- Hopi Point
- Yavapai Point
- Desert View
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