Frequently asked
Will the sunset be good tonight in Phoenix?
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 Phoenix?
Phoenix is one of the best sunset cities in the country. The desert air is dry, the horizon is wide, and the Sonoran landscape adds foreground texture. Monsoon season (July through September) brings dramatic cloud buildups that turn gold hour into something extraordinary. Papago Park and South Mountain are the go-to elevated positions.
What time is sunset in Phoenix tonight?
Phoenix sunset ranges from around 5:30 PM in December to 7:45 PM in June. Tonight's exact time is shown in the score card above, updated daily from live weather data.