Hawaii
What time is sunset today in Maui?
The west side towns face the channel between Maui and Lanai, so the sun sets behind the smaller island. Haleakala is above the clouds for a different kind of color.
Sunset in Maui today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 5:56 PM HST. Golden hour runs 4:56-5:56 PM and blue hour ends 6:36 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 7/10: Worth stepping outside.
7/10 Worth stepping outside
Sunset 5:56 PM HST.
High, scattered clouds to catch the color, some low clouds near the horizon.
Sunset times this week in Maui
Local time (HST, Pacific/Honolulu). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 5:56 PM HST | 4:56 PM HST | |
| 5:55 PM HST | 4:55 PM HST | |
| 5:55 PM HST | 4:55 PM HST | |
| 5:54 PM HST | 4:54 PM HST | |
| 5:53 PM HST | 4:53 PM HST | |
| 5:53 PM HST | 4:53 PM HST | |
| 5:52 PM HST | 4:52 PM HST |
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Sunset in Maui — quick answers
What time is sunset in Maui today?
Sunset in Maui today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 5:56 PM HST.
When is golden hour in Maui tonight?
Golden hour in Maui tonight runs 4:56-5:56 PM and blue hour ends 6:36 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Maui tonight?
Tonight's SunsetPing score is 7/10: 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 Maui?
People watch the sunset in Maui from Haleakala summit, Kaanapali beach, and Papawai lookout.
Where people stand
- Haleakala summit
- Kaanapali beach
- Papawai lookout
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