Sunset
Sunset in San Diego
Thursday, September 17, 2026
What time is sunset in San Diego today? See the exact time and direction below.
Sunset
6:55 PM
Direction
West(274°)
Sunrise
6:34 AM
Face west to see tonight's sunset in San Diego.
Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunset.
Today's sunrise and sunset times in San Diego are shown above, along with the exact direction so you know where to look. The map shows exactly where the sun rises and sets.
In San Diego, sunset shifts between northwest in summer and southwest in winter.
Named viewing places in San Diego
These are named locations already present with coordinates in SunPoint's curated city data. Check current public access, opening hours, weather and ground conditions before travelling.
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