As of Jun 19, 2026, 8:24 PM, peak season now, through ~July 13. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Manhattanhenge occurs when the setting sun aligns with Manhattan's orthogonal street grid, producing a glowing line of sun between the canyon of buildings.
The event happens twice each year, roughly late May and mid July, and is highly predictable because it is set by the sun's azimuth relative to the grid.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| West 34th Street (Empire State Building view) |
| East 14th Street / Union Square corridor |
| + 2 more spots, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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