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What time is sunset today in Outer Banks?
Jockey's Ridge is a sand dune high enough to see the sun hit the sound on the west side. The ocean piers face east and get the afterglow.
Sunset in Outer Banks today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:20 PM EDT. Golden hour runs 5:20-6:20 PM and blue hour ends 7:00 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 6/10: Worth stepping outside.
6/10 Worth stepping outside
Sunset 6:20 PM EDT.
Clear skies, pretty but simple.
Sunset times this week in Outer Banks
Local time (EDT, America/New_York). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 6:20 PM EDT | 5:20 PM EDT | |
| 6:19 PM EDT | 5:19 PM EDT | |
| 6:18 PM EDT | 5:18 PM EDT | |
| 6:16 PM EDT | 5:16 PM EDT | |
| 6:15 PM EDT | 5:15 PM EDT | |
| 6:14 PM EDT | 5:14 PM EDT | |
| 6:13 PM EDT | 5:13 PM EDT |
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Sunset in Outer Banks — quick answers
What time is sunset in Outer Banks today?
Sunset in Outer Banks today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:20 PM EDT.
When is golden hour in Outer Banks tonight?
Golden hour in Outer Banks tonight runs 5:20-6:20 PM and blue hour ends 7:00 PM.
Will the sunset be good in Outer Banks 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 Outer Banks?
People watch the sunset in Outer Banks from Jockey's Ridge, Jennette's Pier, and Cape Hatteras.
Where people stand
- Jockey's Ridge
- Jennette's Pier
- Cape Hatteras
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