Sunset

Sunset in Faro

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Sunset
8:53 PM
Direction
West-Northwest(300°)
Sunrise
6:12 AM

Face west-northwest to see tonight's sunset in Faro.

Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunset.

Today's Faro sunset time and exact direction are shown below, updated daily. The map shows the sunset line from anywhere across Faro and the Algarve coast.

Faro sunset drops toward the western and southwestern horizon, shifting northwest in summer and more directly southwest in winter.

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

Visible sunset

The Algarve's flat coastal terrain means western horizons are usually clear from the beaches and barrier islands.

Best viewing window

Best viewing is 15–25 minutes before sunset, especially around the Ria Formosa channels and Praia de Faro.

Seasonal shift

Faro sunset shifts northwest in summer and southwest in winter, changing the alignment across barrier islands and lagoon channels.

Local tip

Praia de Faro faces southwest across the Atlantic, while the old town waterfront catches warm western light over the lagoon.

Best places to see sunset in Faro

  • Praia de Faro
    Map

    Southwest-facing barrier island beach with an open Atlantic horizon.

  • Ilha Deserta
    Map

    Exposed barrier island with undisturbed ocean horizon.

  • Faro Old Town Waterfront
    Map

    Historic lagoon-facing waterfront catching warm western light.

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

Frequently asked questions

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