California
What time is sunset today in San Diego?
Sunset Cliffs faces due west over the Pacific and is named for the obvious reason. Cabrillo adds the bay and the skyline in the same glance.
Sunset in San Diego today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:09 PM PDT. Golden hour runs 5:09-6:09 PM and blue hour ends 6:49 PM. Tonight's SunsetPing score is 5/10: Maybe a quick peek.
5/10 Maybe a quick peek
Sunset 6:09 PM PDT.
Clear skies, pretty but simple.
Sunset times this week in San Diego
Local time (PDT, America/Los_Angeles). Golden hour starts 60 minutes before sunset.
| Date | Sunset | Golden hour starts |
|---|---|---|
| 6:09 PM PDT | 5:09 PM PDT | |
| 6:08 PM PDT | 5:08 PM PDT | |
| 6:07 PM PDT | 5:07 PM PDT | |
| 6:06 PM PDT | 5:06 PM PDT | |
| 6:05 PM PDT | 5:05 PM PDT | |
| 6:04 PM PDT | 5:04 PM PDT | |
| 6:03 PM PDT | 5:03 PM PDT |
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Sunset in San Diego — quick answers
What time is sunset in San Diego today?
Sunset in San Diego today (Tuesday, October 20) is at 6:09 PM PDT.
When is golden hour in San Diego tonight?
Golden hour in San Diego tonight runs 5:09-6:09 PM and blue hour ends 6:49 PM.
Will the sunset be good in San Diego tonight?
Tonight's SunsetPing score is 5/10: Maybe a quick peek. 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 San Diego?
People watch the sunset in San Diego from Sunset Cliffs, Cabrillo National Monument, and Ocean Beach pier.
Where people stand
- Sunset Cliffs
- Cabrillo National Monument
- Ocean Beach pier
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