Sundown usually means the time of sunset , when the sun disappears below the horizon at the end of the day.

Today’s sundown idea

Because sundown depends on where you are, the exact clock time changes by location and date.

For example, on 22 January 2026:

  • In London, UK, sunset is around 4:30–4:32 pm local time.
  • In Gothenburg, Sweden, sunset is around 3:16 pm local time.

So “when is sundown” for you specifically will match your local sunset time on today’s date.

How to find your exact time

To get the precise sundown time where you are, you can:

  • Use a sunrise/sunset calculator site and enter your city and today’s date; these tools list today’s sunset, civil twilight, and day length.
  • Check a weather or maps app on your phone; many now show today’s sunset time on the main screen.

A bit of context

In everyday use, sundown and sunset are treated as the same moment, though some sites also show “civil twilight,” the period just after sunset when it is still somewhat light outside.

In cultural or religious contexts (for example, some Jewish or Muslim practices), “sundown” can mark the start or end of certain observances tied to local sunset time.

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