Minnesota
What time is sunset today in Minneapolis?
The Chain of Lakes sits west of downtown, so the beaches look at the sun dropping over the water. Lake Harriet is the wide seat; the Stone Arch Bridge looks upriver into the color.
Sunset in Minneapolis today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:19 PM CDT. Golden hour runs 5:19-6:19 PM and blue hour ends 6:59 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 6/10: Worth stepping outside.
6/10 Worth stepping outside
Sunset 6:19 PM CDT.
Clear skies, pretty but simple.
Sunset times this week in Minneapolis
Local time (CDT, America/Chicago). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 6:19 PM CDT | 5:19 PM CDT | |
| 6:17 PM CDT | 5:17 PM CDT | |
| 6:16 PM CDT | 5:16 PM CDT | |
| 6:14 PM CDT | 5:14 PM CDT | |
| 6:13 PM CDT | 5:13 PM CDT | |
| 6:11 PM CDT | 5:11 PM CDT | |
| 6:09 PM CDT | 5:09 PM CDT |
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Sunset in Minneapolis — quick answers
What time is sunset in Minneapolis today?
Sunset in Minneapolis today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:19 PM CDT.
When is golden hour in Minneapolis tonight?
Golden hour in Minneapolis tonight runs 5:19-6:19 PM and blue hour ends 6:59 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis?
People watch the sunset in Minneapolis from Lake Harriet, Stone Arch Bridge, and Wirth Lake.
Where people stand
- Lake Harriet
- Stone Arch Bridge
- Wirth Lake
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