Sun Data
Sunrise & Sunset in Houston
United States
Sunrise
5:13 PM
Sunset
5:21 AM
Day Length
-12h 9m
Solar Noon
11:17 PM
Golden Hour
Best time for warm, soft photography light
Morning
5:13 PM - 6:13 PM
Evening
4:21 AM - 5:21 AM
Blue Hour
Ethereal blue light before sunrise and after sunset
Morning
4:43 PM - 5:13 PM
Evening
5:21 AM - 5:51 AM
7-Day Sun Forecast
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Sep 16 | 5:13 PM | 5:21 AM | -12h 9m |
| Thu, Sep 17 | 5:14 PM | 5:21 AM | -12h 7m |
| Fri, Sep 18 | 5:15 PM | 5:20 AM | -12h 5m |
| Sat, Sep 19 | 5:15 PM | 5:19 AM | -12h 3m |
| Sun, Sep 20 | 5:16 PM | 5:18 AM | -12h 1m |
| Mon, Sep 21 | 5:17 PM | 5:17 AM | -13h 60m |
| Tue, Sep 22 | 5:18 PM | 5:16 AM | -13h 58m |
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About Sunrise & Sunset in Houston
Houston, United States experiences varying sunrise and sunset times throughout the year due to its geographic location at approximately 29.8°N latitude and 95.4°W longitude.
The data shown includes sunrise time (when the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon), sunset time (when the upper edge disappears), golden hour times (ideal for photography), and blue hour times (when the sky takes on a deep blue hue).
Planning Your Day
- Photographers: Arrive 30 minutes before golden hour for the best lighting conditions
- Morning exercisers: Check civil twilight time for safe outdoor activity before sunrise
- Stargazers: Wait until after nautical twilight (about 1 hour after sunset) for better visibility
- Travelers: Account for jet lag - sunrise times help reset your circadian rhythm