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Minneapolis, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Minneapolis? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Minneapolis, United States, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Minneapolis Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:37 AM – 7:16 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Chicago

Sunrise times by month in Minneapolis

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:48 AM4:58 PM9h 9m
February7:15 AM5:41 PM10h 26m
March7:27 AM7:19 PM11h 52m
April6:29 AM7:58 PM13h 29m
May5:45 AM8:36 PM14h 50m
June5:27 AM9:02 PM15h 35m
July5:41 AM8:58 PM15h 16m
August6:16 AM8:21 PM14h 5m
September6:53 AM7:26 PM12h 33m
October7:29 AM6:30 PM11h 0m
November7:11 AM4:46 PM9h 34m
December7:45 AM4:33 PM8h 47m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Minneapolis today?

Today's sunrise in Minneapolis, United States is at 6:37 AM, giving 13h 13m of daylight before sunset at 7:50 PM.

What time is first light in Minneapolis today?

First light in Minneapolis begins at 6:07 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:37 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Minneapolis?

The morning golden hour in Minneapolis runs 6:37 AM – 7:16 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Minneapolis?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:37 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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