Portland Sunrise & Sunset in September 2026
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Northern Hemisphere • higher-latitude latitude band
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This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Portland, Oregon throughout September 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. The daylight characteristics of September in Portland reflect the equinox periods. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During September, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Portland benefit from accurate September sun times when planning activities like hiking, running, cycling, and beach visits. Understanding when daylight begins and ends helps ensure safety and maximizes enjoyment. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, understanding September's sun time patterns in Portland, Oregon enhances your ability to plan and enjoy activities. The month's daylight characteristics are part of what makes the location unique. 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 Portland 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 35m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 56m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 1h 31m shorter by month end.
Key September Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: September 1 at 6:32 AM
- Latest sunrise: September 30 at 7:07 AM
- Earliest sunset: September 1 at 7:52 PM
- Latest sunset: September 30 at 6:56 PM
- Day length change: -2h 31m from start to end of month
September averages
- Average sunrise: 6:49 AM
- Average sunset: 7:25 PM
- Average day length: 12h 35m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for September 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31 | 6:32 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 20m | 6:32 AM - 7:11 AM | 7:13 PM - 7:52 PM |
| Sep 1 | 6:33 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 17m | 6:33 AM - 7:13 AM | 7:11 PM - 7:50 PM |
| Sep 2 | 6:34 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 14m | 6:34 AM - 7:14 AM | 7:09 PM - 7:49 PM |
| Sep 3 | 6:35 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 11m | 6:35 AM - 7:15 AM | 7:07 PM - 7:47 PM |
| Sep 4 | 6:37 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 8m | 6:37 AM - 7:16 AM | 7:05 PM - 7:45 PM |
| Sep 5 | 6:38 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 5m | 6:38 AM - 7:17 AM | 7:04 PM - 7:43 PM |
| Sep 6 | 6:39 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 2m | 6:39 AM - 7:18 AM | 7:02 PM - 7:41 PM |
| Sep 7 | 6:40 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 59m | 6:40 AM - 7:20 AM | 7:00 PM - 7:39 PM |
| Sep 8 | 6:42 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 56m | 6:42 AM - 7:21 AM | 6:58 PM - 7:37 PM |
| Sep 9 | 6:43 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 53m | 6:43 AM - 7:22 AM | 6:56 PM - 7:35 PM |
| Sep 10 | 6:44 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 49m | 6:44 AM - 7:23 AM | 6:54 PM - 7:33 PM |
| Sep 11 | 6:45 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 46m | 6:45 AM - 7:24 AM | 6:52 PM - 7:31 PM |
| Sep 12 | 6:46 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 43m | 6:46 AM - 7:25 AM | 6:50 PM - 7:29 PM |
| Sep 13 | 6:48 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 40m | 6:48 AM - 7:27 AM | 6:48 PM - 7:28 PM |
| Sep 14 | 6:49 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 37m | 6:49 AM - 7:28 AM | 6:47 PM - 7:26 PM |
| Sep 15 | 6:50 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 34m | 6:50 AM - 7:29 AM | 6:45 PM - 7:24 PM |
| Sep 16 | 6:51 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 31m | 6:51 AM - 7:30 AM | 6:43 PM - 7:22 PM |
| Sep 17 | 6:52 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 27m | 6:52 AM - 7:31 AM | 6:41 PM - 7:20 PM |
| Sep 18 | 6:54 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 24m | 6:54 AM - 7:33 AM | 6:39 PM - 7:18 PM |
| Sep 19 | 6:55 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 21m | 6:55 AM - 7:34 AM | 6:37 PM - 7:16 PM |
| Sep 20 | 6:56 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 18m | 6:56 AM - 7:35 AM | 6:35 PM - 7:14 PM |
| Sep 21 | 6:57 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 15m | 6:57 AM - 7:36 AM | 6:33 PM - 7:12 PM |
| Sep 22 | 6:58 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 12m | 6:58 AM - 7:38 AM | 6:31 PM - 7:10 PM |
| Sep 23 | 7:00 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 8m | 7:00 AM - 7:39 AM | 6:29 PM - 7:08 PM |
| Sep 24 | 7:01 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 5m | 7:01 AM - 7:40 AM | 6:27 PM - 7:06 PM |
| Sep 25 | 7:02 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 2m | 7:02 AM - 7:41 AM | 6:25 PM - 7:04 PM |
| Sep 26 | 7:03 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 59m | 7:03 AM - 7:43 AM | 6:23 PM - 7:02 PM |
| Sep 27 | 7:05 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 56m | 7:05 AM - 7:44 AM | 6:21 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Sep 28 | 7:06 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 52m | 7:06 AM - 7:45 AM | 6:19 PM - 6:58 PM |
| Sep 29 | 7:07 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 49m | 7:07 AM - 7:46 AM | 6:17 PM - 6:56 PM |
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About sunrise and sunset in Portland 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 Portland, Oregon, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates. Highlighted row in the table shows today's date in this location's time zone when you view the page.
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; the "Last updated" line reflects the current local 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 Portland, Oregon in September?
Sunrise times in Portland, Oregon in September vary throughout the month. Check this page for the latest sunrise times, which are updated daily.
What time is sunset in Portland, Oregon in September?
Sunset times in Portland, Oregon in September vary throughout the month. Check this page for the latest sunset times, which are updated daily.
How long is the day in Portland, Oregon in September?
Day length in Portland, Oregon in September changes throughout the month. Check this page for the latest day length information, which is updated daily.
What is golden hour in Portland, Oregon?
Golden hour in Portland, Oregon 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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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.