Sun Data
Sunrise & Sunset in New Orleans
United States
Sunrise
6:03 PM
Sunset
5:55 AM
Day Length
-13h 52m
Solar Noon
11:59 PM
Golden Hour
Best time for warm, soft photography light
Morning
6:03 PM - 7:03 PM
Evening
4:55 AM - 5:55 AM
Blue Hour
Ethereal blue light before sunrise and after sunset
Morning
5:33 PM - 6:03 PM
Evening
5:55 AM - 6:25 AM
7-Day Sun Forecast
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Mar 18 | 6:03 PM | 5:55 AM | -13h 52m |
| Thu, Mar 19 | 6:02 PM | 5:56 AM | -13h 54m |
| Fri, Mar 20 | 6:02 PM | 5:57 AM | -13h 56m |
| Sat, Mar 21 | 6:01 PM | 5:58 AM | -13h 58m |
| Sun, Mar 22 | 5:60 PM | 5:59 AM | -13h 60m |
| Mon, Mar 23 | 5:59 PM | 6:00 AM | -12h 1m |
| Tue, Mar 24 | 5:58 PM | 6:01 AM | -12h 3m |
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About Sunrise & Sunset in New Orleans
New Orleans, United States experiences varying sunrise and sunset times throughout the year due to its geographic location at approximately 30.0°N latitude and 90.1°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