Sunset

Sunset in Bangkok

Sunday, April 26, 2026

Sunset
6:34 PM
Direction
West-Northwest(284°)
Sunrise
5:59 AM

The sun sets in the west, but its exact position changes throughout the year. In Bangkok, this page shows the exact direction so you know where to look.

In Bangkok, sunset shifts between northwest in summer and southwest in winter.

Best sunset spots in Bangkok

  • Wat Arun (across the river)
    Map

    Iconic riverside view of the temple silhouetted against the western sunset

  • Sky Bar at Lebua
    Map

    Open-air rooftop with a famous wide western view of the Chao Phraya at dusk

  • Asiatique riverfront
    Map

    Open western promenade along the Chao Phraya at sunset

Tips

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes before sunset
  • Face the direction shown on the map
  • Check cloud cover near the western horizon
  • A clear horizon and a city skyline often produce the best photos
View sunrise in Bangkok

Sunset in other cities