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Sunrise & Sunset Times in Seattle

Discover the beauty of Pacific Northwest sunrises and sunsets in the Emerald City, nestled between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains.

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7-Day Forecast

DayDateSunriseSunset
MondayDec 307:55 AM4:29 PM
TuesdayDec 317:55 AM4:30 PM
WednesdayJan 17:55 AM4:31 PM
ThursdayJan 27:55 AM4:32 PM
FridayJan 37:55 AM4:33 PM
SaturdayJan 47:54 AM4:34 PM
SundayJan 57:54 AM4:36 PM

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Best Viewing Locations

Kerry Park

Iconic viewpoint with stunning sunset views of the Seattle skyline, Space Needle, and Mount Rainier

Tip: Arrive early during summer months as this popular spot fills up quickly

Alki Beach

West Seattle beach offering beautiful sunrise views over Elliott Bay and downtown Seattle

Tip: Best for sunrise photography with the city skyline as backdrop

Gas Works Park

Unique industrial park setting with panoramic views of Lake Union and the Seattle skyline

Tip: Great for both sunrise and sunset, with interesting foreground elements for photos

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About Seattle

Location Details

  • Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Coordinates: 47.6062°N, 122.3321°W
  • State: WA
  • Region: Pacific Northwest

Pacific Northwest Sun Facts

  • Seattle experiences dramatic seasonal daylight changes due to its northern latitude
  • Summer solstice brings nearly 16 hours of daylight
  • Winter solstice sees only about 8.5 hours of daylight
  • Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains create stunning sunset backdrops

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