Honolulu Sunrise & Sunset in October 2026

HST21.3099°N, 157.8581°W

Northern Hemisphere • tropical latitude band

Last updated: March 18, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Honolulu, Hawaii throughout October 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. October marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in October 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 Honolulu use October'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 Honolulu during October 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 October 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.

Honolulu sits in the Northern Hemisphere tropics, so October daylight stays fairly consistent compared to higher-latitude cities. You will still see gradual shifts in sunrise and sunset times, but day length changes are more subtle month to month.

October daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 11m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 24m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 35m shorter by month end.

Key October Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: October 1 at 6:23 AM
  • Latest sunrise: October 31 at 6:34 AM
  • Earliest sunset: October 1 at 6:21 PM
  • Latest sunset: October 31 at 5:57 PM
  • Day length change: -1h 35m from start to end of month

October averages

  • Average sunrise: 6:28 AM
  • Average sunset: 6:08 PM
  • Average day length: 11h 40m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

Sunrise Trend
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Daily Sun Times for October 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Oct 16:23 AM6:21 PM11h 58m6:23 AM - 6:52 AM5:52 PM - 6:21 PM
Oct 26:23 AM6:20 PM11h 57m6:23 AM - 6:53 AM5:51 PM - 6:20 PM
Oct 36:24 AM6:19 PM11h 56m6:24 AM - 6:53 AM5:50 PM - 6:19 PM
Oct 46:24 AM6:18 PM11h 54m6:24 AM - 6:53 AM5:49 PM - 6:18 PM
Oct 56:24 AM6:17 PM11h 53m6:24 AM - 6:54 AM5:48 PM - 6:17 PM
Oct 66:24 AM6:17 PM11h 52m6:24 AM - 6:54 AM5:47 PM - 6:17 PM
Oct 76:25 AM6:16 PM11h 51m6:25 AM - 6:54 AM5:46 PM - 6:16 PM
Oct 86:25 AM6:15 PM11h 50m6:25 AM - 6:55 AM5:45 PM - 6:15 PM
Oct 96:25 AM6:14 PM11h 48m6:25 AM - 6:55 AM5:44 PM - 6:14 PM
Oct 106:26 AM6:13 PM11h 47m6:26 AM - 6:55 AM5:43 PM - 6:13 PM
Oct 116:26 AM6:12 PM11h 46m6:26 AM - 6:56 AM5:42 PM - 6:12 PM
Oct 126:26 AM6:11 PM11h 45m6:26 AM - 6:56 AM5:42 PM - 6:11 PM
Oct 136:27 AM6:10 PM11h 44m6:27 AM - 6:56 AM5:41 PM - 6:10 PM
Oct 146:27 AM6:10 PM11h 42m6:27 AM - 6:57 AM5:40 PM - 6:10 PM
Oct 156:27 AM6:09 PM11h 41m6:27 AM - 6:57 AM5:39 PM - 6:09 PM
Oct 166:28 AM6:08 PM11h 40m6:28 AM - 6:58 AM5:38 PM - 6:08 PM
Oct 176:28 AM6:07 PM11h 39m6:28 AM - 6:58 AM5:37 PM - 6:07 PM
Oct 186:28 AM6:06 PM11h 38m6:28 AM - 6:58 AM5:36 PM - 6:06 PM
Oct 196:29 AM6:06 PM11h 37m6:29 AM - 6:59 AM5:36 PM - 6:06 PM
Oct 206:29 AM6:05 PM11h 35m6:29 AM - 6:59 AM5:35 PM - 6:05 PM
Oct 216:30 AM6:04 PM11h 34m6:30 AM - 7:00 AM5:34 PM - 6:04 PM
Oct 226:30 AM6:03 PM11h 33m6:30 AM - 7:00 AM5:33 PM - 6:03 PM
Oct 236:31 AM6:03 PM11h 32m6:31 AM - 7:01 AM5:32 PM - 6:03 PM
Oct 246:31 AM6:02 PM11h 31m6:31 AM - 7:01 AM5:32 PM - 6:02 PM
Oct 256:31 AM6:01 PM11h 30m6:31 AM - 7:02 AM5:31 PM - 6:01 PM
Oct 266:32 AM6:00 PM11h 29m6:32 AM - 7:02 AM5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Oct 276:32 AM6:00 PM11h 28m6:32 AM - 7:03 AM5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Oct 286:33 AM5:59 PM11h 26m6:33 AM - 7:03 AM5:29 PM - 5:59 PM
Oct 296:33 AM5:59 PM11h 25m6:33 AM - 7:04 AM5:28 PM - 5:59 PM
Oct 306:34 AM5:58 PM11h 24m6:34 AM - 7:04 AM5:28 PM - 5:58 PM
Oct 316:34 AM5:57 PM11h 23m6:34 AM - 7:05 AM5:27 PM - 5:57 PM

Last updated: March 18, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Honolulu in October

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through October as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Honolulu, Hawaii, 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 October.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Honolulu, Hawaii in October?

Today, the sun rises in Honolulu, Hawaii at 6:38 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Honolulu, Hawaii in October?

Today, the sun sets in Honolulu, Hawaii at 6:43 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Honolulu, Hawaii in October?

Today's daylight in Honolulu, Hawaii lasts about 12h 5m. As we move through October, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Honolulu, Hawaii?

Golden hour in Honolulu, Hawaii 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.

How People Use This Information

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.

Data Source & Accuracy

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.