Frequently asked
Will the sunset be good tonight in Boston?
The live score above pulls today's forecast and runs it through GoldCast's scoring model. Above 70 is worth going out. Below 40, stay home. The score updates daily.
What makes a good sunset in Boston?
Boston's best sunsets come in fall when post-front clarity combines with low sun angles raking across the harbor. The western sky over the Charles River lights up on high-score evenings. Winter brings cold, dry air and exceptional atmospheric transparency — some of the sharpest light of the year.
What time is sunset in Boston tonight?
Boston sunset ranges from around 4:10 PM in December to 8:25 PM in June. Tonight's exact time is shown in the score card above, updated daily from live weather data.