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Manhattanhenge in 2025: When and where to see it
- Manhattanhenge is a phenomenon in New York City where the sunset aligns perfectly on east-west streets in Manhattan, occurring around May 28, 29, 30, and again around July 11, 12, 13.
- In 2025, the first set of Manhattanhenge dates will fall on May 28 (half sun) and May 29 (full sun) at specific times in the evening.
- It is a stunning sunset phenomenon that aligns with Manhattan's grid, creating unique photo opportunities; Neil deGrasse Tyson coined the term 'Manhattanhenge'.
- The best places to view Manhattanhenge are along various numbered streets like 14th, 23rd, 34th, 42nd, 57th, and 79th, with spots like Tudor City Bridge and Hunter's Point South Park offering good views.
- Manhattanhenge consists of two days where either the full sun or half sun aligns with the street grid, centered around the summer solstice.
- On Reverse Manhattanhenge in January, the rising sun creates a similar effect on the other side of Manhattan.
- The phenomenon is similar to alignments at Stonehenge during equinoxes and solstices, showcasing the shifting path of the sun throughout the year.
- Manhattanhenge can be observed from various spots in Manhattan, with wide streets providing unobstructed views towards New Jersey across the Hudson River.
- The design of Manhattan's grid system allows for this alignment due to a 29-degree tilt in the grid, not coinciding with the June solstice.
- Each year, observers in New York City eagerly await Manhattanhenge, with the 2025 dates set for May 28 and 29 to witness this captivating event.
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