What time is golden hour in Louisville today?

Golden hour in Louisville today runs 8:01 PM–8:37 PM, with sunset at 8:37 PM.

What time is morning golden hour in Louisville today?

Morning golden hour in Louisville today runs 6:59 AM–7:36 AM, beginning at sunrise.

Golden hour in Louisville tonight

Promising color tonight

Golden hour 8:01 PM–8:37 PM·sunset 8:37 PM

Begins soon

Morning golden hour6:59 AM–7:36 AM

Why this score?

Worth stepping outside — high clouds to catch the light, held back by humid, hazy air. — US National Weather Service, today

The sun sets at 286° — WNW on the compass.

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We haven't hand-picked spots here yet — but the rule holds anywhere: find the highest open place with a clear view west. A west-facing waterfront, a rooftop, or a hilltop park all work. The fewer buildings between you and the horizon, the better the color.

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Updated Monday, August 17, 2026