Durham Sunrise & Sunset in September 2026
EST • 35.9940°N, 78.8986°W
Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band
Last updated: February 21, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Durham, North Carolina throughout September 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. September marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in September offer distinct advantages. Morning light tends to be crisp and clear, while evening light often carries warmer tones, making each period valuable for different types of photography and activities. Residents of Durham use September's sun time data for everyday planning. Morning commuters check sunrise times, while evening joggers and cyclists rely on sunset times to plan safe routes before darkness falls. The precise timing of sunrise and sunset in Durham during September depends on the city's specific coordinates and the Earth's position. Our calculations account for these factors to provide accurate, location-specific data. The daily variations in sun times during September may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.
September is a seasonal transition month for Durham in the Northern Hemisphere. Daylight length changes more noticeably now, with sunrise and sunset shifting week by week as the sun moves between solstice extremes.
September daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 23m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 42m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 1h 5m shorter by month end.
Key September Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: September 1 at 6:47 AM
- Latest sunrise: September 30 at 7:10 AM
- Earliest sunset: September 1 at 7:46 PM
- Latest sunset: September 30 at 7:04 PM
- Day length change: -2h 5m from start to end of month
September averages
- Average sunrise: 6:59 AM
- Average sunset: 7:25 PM
- Average day length: 12h 27m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for September 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1 | 6:47 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 59m | 6:47 AM - 7:22 AM | 7:12 PM - 7:46 PM |
| Sep 2 | 6:48 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 57m | 6:48 AM - 7:22 AM | 7:11 PM - 7:45 PM |
| Sep 3 | 6:49 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 55m | 6:49 AM - 7:23 AM | 7:10 PM - 7:44 PM |
| Sep 4 | 6:50 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 52m | 6:50 AM - 7:24 AM | 7:08 PM - 7:42 PM |
| Sep 5 | 6:51 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 50m | 6:51 AM - 7:25 AM | 7:07 PM - 7:41 PM |
| Sep 6 | 6:51 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 48m | 6:51 AM - 7:25 AM | 7:05 PM - 7:39 PM |
| Sep 7 | 6:52 AM | 7:38 PM | 12h 46m | 6:52 AM - 7:26 AM | 7:04 PM - 7:38 PM |
| Sep 8 | 6:53 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 44m | 6:53 AM - 7:27 AM | 7:02 PM - 7:36 PM |
| Sep 9 | 6:54 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 41m | 6:54 AM - 7:28 AM | 7:01 PM - 7:35 PM |
| Sep 10 | 6:54 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 39m | 6:54 AM - 7:28 AM | 7:00 PM - 7:34 PM |
| Sep 11 | 6:55 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 37m | 6:55 AM - 7:29 AM | 6:58 PM - 7:32 PM |
| Sep 12 | 6:56 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 35m | 6:56 AM - 7:30 AM | 6:57 PM - 7:31 PM |
| Sep 13 | 6:57 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 32m | 6:57 AM - 7:30 AM | 6:55 PM - 7:29 PM |
| Sep 14 | 6:57 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 30m | 6:57 AM - 7:31 AM | 6:54 PM - 7:28 PM |
| Sep 15 | 6:58 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 28m | 6:58 AM - 7:32 AM | 6:52 PM - 7:26 PM |
| Sep 16 | 6:59 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 26m | 6:59 AM - 7:33 AM | 6:51 PM - 7:25 PM |
| Sep 17 | 7:00 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 23m | 7:00 AM - 7:33 AM | 6:49 PM - 7:23 PM |
| Sep 18 | 7:00 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 21m | 7:00 AM - 7:34 AM | 6:48 PM - 7:22 PM |
| Sep 19 | 7:01 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 19m | 7:01 AM - 7:35 AM | 6:46 PM - 7:20 PM |
| Sep 20 | 7:02 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 17m | 7:02 AM - 7:36 AM | 6:45 PM - 7:19 PM |
| Sep 21 | 7:03 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 14m | 7:03 AM - 7:36 AM | 6:43 PM - 7:17 PM |
| Sep 22 | 7:03 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 12m | 7:03 AM - 7:37 AM | 6:42 PM - 7:16 PM |
| Sep 23 | 7:04 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 10m | 7:04 AM - 7:38 AM | 6:40 PM - 7:14 PM |
| Sep 24 | 7:05 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 8m | 7:05 AM - 7:39 AM | 6:39 PM - 7:13 PM |
| Sep 25 | 7:06 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 5m | 7:06 AM - 7:40 AM | 6:37 PM - 7:11 PM |
| Sep 26 | 7:07 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 3m | 7:07 AM - 7:40 AM | 6:36 PM - 7:10 PM |
| Sep 27 | 7:07 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 1m | 7:07 AM - 7:41 AM | 6:34 PM - 7:08 PM |
| Sep 28 | 7:08 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 59m | 7:08 AM - 7:42 AM | 6:33 PM - 7:07 PM |
| Sep 29 | 7:09 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 56m | 7:09 AM - 7:43 AM | 6:31 PM - 7:05 PM |
| Sep 30 | 7:10 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 54m | 7:10 AM - 7:44 AM | 6:30 PM - 7:04 PM |
Last updated: February 21, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Durham in September
Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through September as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Durham, North Carolina, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.
You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.
Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in September.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Durham, North Carolina in September?
Today, the sun rises in Durham, North Carolina at 6:57 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout September, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Durham, North Carolina in September?
Today, the sun sets in Durham, North Carolina at 6:03 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout September, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Durham, North Carolina in September?
Today's daylight in Durham, North Carolina lasts about 11h 6m. As we move through September, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Durham, North Carolina?
Golden hour in Durham, North Carolina refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.
How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?
Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.
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People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.
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Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.