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Seattle, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Seattle? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Seattle, 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.

Seattle Sunrise TimeSeptember 1

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:29 AM – 7:10 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles

Sunrise times by month in Seattle

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:53 AM4:45 PM8h 51m
February7:16 AM5:33 PM10h 16m
March7:23 AM7:15 PM11h 51m
April6:21 AM7:59 PM13h 37m
May5:33 AM8:40 PM15h 7m
June5:12 AM9:10 PM15h 57m
July5:28 AM9:04 PM15h 36m
August6:06 AM8:23 PM14h 17m
September6:48 AM7:23 PM12h 35m
October7:29 AM6:23 PM10h 54m
November7:15 AM4:34 PM9h 18m
December7:52 AM4:19 PM8h 27m

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Seattle today?

Today's sunrise in Seattle, United States is at 6:29 AM, giving 13h 22m of daylight before sunset at 7:52 PM.

What time is first light in Seattle today?

First light in Seattle begins at 5:57 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:29 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Seattle?

The morning golden hour in Seattle runs 6:29 AM – 7:10 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 Seattle?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:29 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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