Mesquite Sunrise & Sunset in October 2026

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Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Mesquite, Texas 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 Mesquite 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 Mesquite 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.

October is a seasonal transition month for Mesquite 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.

October daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 23m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 36m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 58m shorter by month end.

Key October Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: October 1 at 7:20 AM
  • Latest sunrise: October 31 at 7:43 AM
  • Earliest sunset: October 1 at 7:14 PM
  • Latest sunset: October 31 at 6:38 PM
  • Day length change: -1h 58m from start to end of month

October averages

  • Average sunrise: 7:31 AM
  • Average sunset: 6:55 PM
  • Average day length: 11h 24m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for October 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Oct 17:20 AM7:14 PM11h 53m7:20 AM - 7:53 AM6:41 PM - 7:14 PM
Oct 27:21 AM7:12 PM11h 51m7:21 AM - 7:54 AM6:40 PM - 7:12 PM
Oct 37:22 AM7:11 PM11h 49m7:22 AM - 7:54 AM6:38 PM - 7:11 PM
Oct 47:22 AM7:10 PM11h 47m7:22 AM - 7:55 AM6:37 PM - 7:10 PM
Oct 57:23 AM7:08 PM11h 45m7:23 AM - 7:56 AM6:36 PM - 7:08 PM
Oct 67:24 AM7:07 PM11h 43m7:24 AM - 7:57 AM6:34 PM - 7:07 PM
Oct 77:25 AM7:06 PM11h 41m7:25 AM - 7:57 AM6:33 PM - 7:06 PM
Oct 87:25 AM7:05 PM11h 39m7:25 AM - 7:58 AM6:32 PM - 7:05 PM
Oct 97:26 AM7:03 PM11h 37m7:26 AM - 7:59 AM6:30 PM - 7:03 PM
Oct 107:27 AM7:02 PM11h 35m7:27 AM - 8:00 AM6:29 PM - 7:02 PM
Oct 117:27 AM7:01 PM11h 33m7:27 AM - 8:00 AM6:28 PM - 7:01 PM
Oct 127:28 AM6:59 PM11h 31m7:28 AM - 8:01 AM6:26 PM - 6:59 PM
Oct 137:29 AM6:58 PM11h 29m7:29 AM - 8:02 AM6:25 PM - 6:58 PM
Oct 147:30 AM6:57 PM11h 28m7:30 AM - 8:03 AM6:24 PM - 6:57 PM
Oct 157:30 AM6:56 PM11h 26m7:30 AM - 8:03 AM6:23 PM - 6:56 PM
Oct 167:31 AM6:55 PM11h 24m7:31 AM - 8:04 AM6:21 PM - 6:55 PM
Oct 177:32 AM6:53 PM11h 22m7:32 AM - 8:05 AM6:20 PM - 6:53 PM
Oct 187:33 AM6:52 PM11h 20m7:33 AM - 8:06 AM6:19 PM - 6:52 PM
Oct 197:33 AM6:51 PM11h 18m7:33 AM - 8:07 AM6:18 PM - 6:51 PM
Oct 207:34 AM6:50 PM11h 16m7:34 AM - 8:08 AM6:16 PM - 6:50 PM
Oct 217:35 AM6:49 PM11h 14m7:35 AM - 8:08 AM6:15 PM - 6:49 PM
Oct 227:36 AM6:48 PM11h 12m7:36 AM - 8:09 AM6:14 PM - 6:48 PM
Oct 237:36 AM6:47 PM11h 10m7:36 AM - 8:10 AM6:13 PM - 6:47 PM
Oct 247:37 AM6:46 PM11h 8m7:37 AM - 8:11 AM6:12 PM - 6:46 PM
Oct 257:38 AM6:44 PM11h 6m7:38 AM - 8:12 AM6:11 PM - 6:44 PM
Oct 267:39 AM6:43 PM11h 5m7:39 AM - 8:13 AM6:10 PM - 6:43 PM
Oct 277:40 AM6:42 PM11h 3m7:40 AM - 8:14 AM6:08 PM - 6:42 PM
Oct 287:41 AM6:41 PM11h 1m7:41 AM - 8:15 AM6:07 PM - 6:41 PM
Oct 297:41 AM6:40 PM10h 59m7:41 AM - 8:15 AM6:06 PM - 6:40 PM
Oct 307:42 AM6:39 PM10h 57m7:42 AM - 8:16 AM6:05 PM - 6:39 PM
Oct 317:43 AM6:38 PM10h 55m7:43 AM - 8:17 AM6:04 PM - 6:38 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Mesquite 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 Mesquite, Texas, 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 Mesquite, Texas in October?

Today, the sun rises in Mesquite, Texas at 7:02 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Mesquite, Texas in October?

Today, the sun sets in Mesquite, Texas at 6:19 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Mesquite, Texas in October?

Today's daylight in Mesquite, Texas lasts about 11h 17m. As we move through October, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Mesquite, Texas?

Golden hour in Mesquite, Texas 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.