New York Sunrise & Sunset in October 2026
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Last updated: March 18, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for New York, New York throughout October 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During October, the region experiences moderate day lengths. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in October, when the sun's low angle creates warm, soft light. Understanding when these windows occur helps plan shoots and outdoor activities. Event planners and outdoor venue operators in New York depend on October's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in October brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in New York, New York. While the changes may seem small day-to-day, they accumulate throughout the month, creating noticeable differences from the first to the last day. 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 New York 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 33m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 45m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 1h 18m shorter by month end.
Key October Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: October 1 at 6:53 AM
- Latest sunrise: October 31 at 7:26 AM
- Earliest sunset: October 1 at 6:40 PM
- Latest sunset: October 31 at 5:55 PM
- Day length change: -2h 18m from start to end of month
October averages
- Average sunrise: 7:09 AM
- Average sunset: 6:16 PM
- Average day length: 11h 7m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for October 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 | 6:53 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 47m | 6:53 AM - 7:29 AM | 6:03 PM - 6:40 PM |
| Oct 2 | 6:54 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 44m | 6:54 AM - 7:30 AM | 6:02 PM - 6:38 PM |
| Oct 3 | 6:55 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 41m | 6:55 AM - 7:31 AM | 6:00 PM - 6:36 PM |
| Oct 4 | 6:56 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 39m | 6:56 AM - 7:33 AM | 5:58 PM - 6:35 PM |
| Oct 5 | 6:57 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 36m | 6:57 AM - 7:34 AM | 5:57 PM - 6:33 PM |
| Oct 6 | 6:58 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 33m | 6:58 AM - 7:35 AM | 5:55 PM - 6:32 PM |
| Oct 7 | 6:59 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 31m | 6:59 AM - 7:36 AM | 5:53 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Oct 8 | 7:00 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 28m | 7:00 AM - 7:37 AM | 5:52 PM - 6:28 PM |
| Oct 9 | 7:01 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 25m | 7:01 AM - 7:38 AM | 5:50 PM - 6:27 PM |
| Oct 10 | 7:02 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 23m | 7:02 AM - 7:39 AM | 5:48 PM - 6:25 PM |
| Oct 11 | 7:03 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 20m | 7:03 AM - 7:40 AM | 5:47 PM - 6:23 PM |
| Oct 12 | 7:04 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 17m | 7:04 AM - 7:41 AM | 5:45 PM - 6:22 PM |
| Oct 13 | 7:05 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 15m | 7:05 AM - 7:42 AM | 5:43 PM - 6:20 PM |
| Oct 14 | 7:07 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 12m | 7:07 AM - 7:44 AM | 5:42 PM - 6:19 PM |
| Oct 15 | 7:08 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 10m | 7:08 AM - 7:45 AM | 5:40 PM - 6:17 PM |
| Oct 16 | 7:09 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 7m | 7:09 AM - 7:46 AM | 5:39 PM - 6:16 PM |
| Oct 17 | 7:10 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 4m | 7:10 AM - 7:47 AM | 5:37 PM - 6:14 PM |
| Oct 18 | 7:11 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 2m | 7:11 AM - 7:48 AM | 5:35 PM - 6:13 PM |
| Oct 19 | 7:12 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 59m | 7:12 AM - 7:49 AM | 5:34 PM - 6:11 PM |
| Oct 20 | 7:13 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 57m | 7:13 AM - 7:51 AM | 5:32 PM - 6:10 PM |
| Oct 21 | 7:14 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 54m | 7:14 AM - 7:52 AM | 5:31 PM - 6:08 PM |
| Oct 22 | 7:15 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 52m | 7:15 AM - 7:53 AM | 5:29 PM - 6:07 PM |
| Oct 23 | 7:16 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 49m | 7:16 AM - 7:54 AM | 5:28 PM - 6:06 PM |
| Oct 24 | 7:18 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 47m | 7:18 AM - 7:56 AM | 5:26 PM - 6:04 PM |
| Oct 25 | 7:19 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 44m | 7:19 AM - 7:57 AM | 5:25 PM - 6:03 PM |
| Oct 26 | 7:20 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 42m | 7:20 AM - 7:58 AM | 5:23 PM - 6:01 PM |
| Oct 27 | 7:21 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 39m | 7:21 AM - 7:59 AM | 5:22 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Oct 28 | 7:22 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 37m | 7:22 AM - 8:01 AM | 5:20 PM - 5:59 PM |
| Oct 29 | 7:23 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 34m | 7:23 AM - 8:02 AM | 5:19 PM - 5:58 PM |
| Oct 30 | 7:25 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 32m | 7:25 AM - 8:03 AM | 5:18 PM - 5:56 PM |
| Oct 31 | 7:26 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 29m | 7:26 AM - 8:04 AM | 5:16 PM - 5:55 PM |
Last updated: March 18, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in New York 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 New York, New York, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in New York, New York in October?
Today, the sun rises in New York, New York at 7:04 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in New York, New York in October?
Today, the sun sets in New York, New York at 7:06 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in New York, New York in October?
Today's daylight in New York, New York lasts about 12h 2m. As we move through October, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in New York, New York?
Golden hour in New York, New York 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.
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.