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Milwaukee will experience its last 7 p.m. sunset as the city transitions into fall. On this day, residents have a brief opportunity to enjoy evening daylight before shorter days set in. The next occurrence of a 7 p.m. sunset won’t be until the following spring, highlighting the seasonal changes in daylight hours. Scenic spots for viewing sunsets and sunrises are available throughout the city, allowing residents to appreciate these beautiful natural events as autumn approaches.
Milwaukee will mark its final 7 p.m. sunset for 2025 on September 15, according to data from Timeanddate.com. On this day, the sun will set precisely at 7 p.m., providing residents and visitors with 12 hours and 29 minutes of daylight. As the city transitions into the cooler temperatures of meteorological fall, the occurrence of early sunsets is becoming more pronounced.
Sunrise on September 15 is scheduled for 6:31 a.m., meaning that Milwaukeeans will have a short window to enjoy the golden hour in the evening as the season changes. The next occurrence of a 7 p.m. sunset in Milwaukee will not be until March 17, 2026, as daylight hours continue to dwindle leading up to winter.
Prior to the impending 7 p.m. sunset, Milwaukee’s last 8 p.m. sunset occurred on August 10, marking a significant decline in daily sunshine during the evening. Each sunset signals a gradual shift in daily routines as the community prepares for the longer nights ahead.
Even with the shortening of daylight hours, Daylight Saving Time remains in effect until November 2, meaning that clocks will not fall back until then. Consequently, the shifting daylight offers unique opportunities for watching sunrises and sunsets in Milwaukee, which are greatly influenced by the angle of the sun caused by Earth’s tilt in its orbit.
During the summer months, the sun rises north of due east, presenting an ideal opportunity for sunrise watching from northeast views. However, Milwaukee’s position, being further from the equator compared to southern states such as Texas and Florida, slightly affects sunrise visibility. North-facing viewpoints are particularly recommended for experiencing summer sunrises.
Certain areas of Milwaukee provide excellent vantage points for sunset and sunrise viewing. While the breakwater may obscure views over Lake Michigan from some locations, parks and other areas have been identified as optimal choices. Cudahy Park is suggested as a southern viewing area where the sunrise can be seen unobstructed, while Lake Park and Whitefish Bay are great spots for unhindered views as well.
In particular, the picturesque backdrop of the Milwaukee Art Museum offers a scenic option for those wishing to watch the sunrise. Additionally, a park located about a mile inland from Bradford Beach grants excellent views of both the sunrise and the Downtown Milwaukee skyline.
The director of the UW-Milwaukee’s Manfred Olson Planetarium, Jean Creighton, highlights the significance of understanding the varying angles of sunrise throughout the year, which adds another layer of appreciation for the natural phenomena occurring in the city. As the seasons continue to change, Milwaukee residents can prepare for the upcoming cool autumn months while savoring the last days of extended daylight.
As the last 7 p.m. sunset approaches, it serves as a reminder of nature’s cyclical changes and invites individuals to take the time to appreciate the beautiful sunrises and sunsets that characterize life in Milwaukee.
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- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: 7 p.m. Sunsets
- Wikipedia: Sunset
- Milwaukee Magazine: Sunrise in Milwaukee
- Google Search: Milwaukee sunrise times
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: 7 p.m. Sunsets Begin
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Sunrise
- Urban Milwaukee: Sunset Playhouse News
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- MWK: Sunflower Farms near Milwaukee
- Google Scholar: Wisconsin sunsets
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