Sunset Forecast for Tonight
Will tonight's sunset be worth watching? Get accurate sunset quality predictions based on cloud cover, humidity, and atmospheric conditions. Updated hourly for the most accurate evening forecasts.
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Tonight's Sunset Forecast by City
Planning for Tonight's Sunset
Tonight's sunset could be spectacular. Here's how to make the most of it:
🌇 Check Throughout the Day
Sunset forecasts become more accurate as the day progresses. Check back in the afternoon for the most reliable prediction of tonight's sunset quality.
📍 Choose Your Spot
Find a location with an unobstructed view of the western horizon. Use our Sun Direction Calculator to know exactly where the sun will set tonight.
⏰ Arrive During Golden Hour
The best colors often appear 20-30 minutes before and after sunset. Arrive during golden hour to catch the full show as the sky transforms.
📸 Stay for Blue Hour
Don't leave as soon as the sun dips below the horizon. Blue hour follows sunset and offers beautiful soft light for photography.
What Makes a Good Sunset?
Several atmospheric factors combine to create spectacular sunsets. Our forecast algorithm analyzes these conditions to predict tonight's sunset quality:
- Cloud cover: Mid-level and high clouds act as a canvas, reflecting warm sunset colors across the sky
- Humidity: Moderate humidity helps scatter light and create vibrant oranges and reds
- Air quality: Clean air with some particles can enhance colors; heavy pollution creates muddy sunsets
- Cloud height: Higher clouds catch light longer after sunset, extending the colorful display
Why Are Sunsets Orange and Red?
When the sun is near the horizon, its light travels through more of Earth's atmosphere than when it's overhead. This longer path causes more of the blue light to scatter away, leaving the warmer red and orange wavelengths to dominate the sky.
Clouds then act as reflectors, catching these warm colors and displaying them across the sky. Tonight's best sunsets occur when there's enough cloud cover to reflect light, but not so much that the sun is completely blocked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will the sunset be good tonight?▼
Sunset quality depends on cloud cover, humidity, and atmospheric conditions. Select your city above or download the Alpenglow app for a personalized forecast with quality percentage predictions updated throughout the day.
What time is sunset tonight?▼
Sunset time varies by location and date. Select your city from the list above to see tonight's exact sunset time, or use the Alpenglow app for precise timing including golden hour and twilight periods.
Is tonight's sunset worth going out for?▼
Our forecast algorithm analyzes cloud cover, humidity, and atmospheric conditions to predict sunset quality. A forecast rating of 60% or higher typically indicates a sunset worth making time for. Check our city forecasts for specific predictions.
How accurate is the sunset forecast for tonight?▼
Our sunset forecasts use data from the NAM and GFS weather models, analyzing cloud cover, humidity, and atmospheric conditions. Same-day forecasts are highly accurate as they're based on current atmospheric conditions.
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