Raleigh Sunrise & Sunset in September 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Raleigh, 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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.

Key September Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: September 1 at 6:47 AM
  • Latest sunrise: September 30 at 7:09 AM
  • Earliest sunset: September 1 at 7:45 PM
  • Latest sunset: September 30 at 7:03 PM
  • Day length change: -2h 5m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for September 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Sep 16:47 AM7:45 PM12h 59m6:47 AM - 7:21 AM7:11 PM - 7:45 PM
Sep 26:47 AM7:44 PM12h 56m6:47 AM - 7:21 AM7:10 PM - 7:44 PM
Sep 36:48 AM7:42 PM12h 54m6:48 AM - 7:22 AM7:08 PM - 7:42 PM
Sep 46:49 AM7:41 PM12h 52m6:49 AM - 7:23 AM7:07 PM - 7:41 PM
Sep 56:50 AM7:40 PM12h 50m6:50 AM - 7:24 AM7:06 PM - 7:40 PM
Sep 66:50 AM7:38 PM12h 48m6:50 AM - 7:24 AM7:04 PM - 7:38 PM
Sep 76:51 AM7:37 PM12h 46m6:51 AM - 7:25 AM7:03 PM - 7:37 PM
Sep 86:52 AM7:35 PM12h 43m6:52 AM - 7:26 AM7:01 PM - 7:35 PM
Sep 96:53 AM7:34 PM12h 41m6:53 AM - 7:27 AM7:00 PM - 7:34 PM
Sep 106:53 AM7:32 PM12h 39m6:53 AM - 7:27 AM6:59 PM - 7:32 PM
Sep 116:54 AM7:31 PM12h 37m6:54 AM - 7:28 AM6:57 PM - 7:31 PM
Sep 126:55 AM7:29 PM12h 34m6:55 AM - 7:29 AM6:56 PM - 7:29 PM
Sep 136:56 AM7:28 PM12h 32m6:56 AM - 7:29 AM6:54 PM - 7:28 PM
Sep 146:56 AM7:26 PM12h 30m6:56 AM - 7:30 AM6:53 PM - 7:26 PM
Sep 156:57 AM7:25 PM12h 28m6:57 AM - 7:31 AM6:51 PM - 7:25 PM
Sep 166:58 AM7:24 PM12h 26m6:58 AM - 7:32 AM6:50 PM - 7:24 PM
Sep 176:59 AM7:22 PM12h 23m6:59 AM - 7:32 AM6:48 PM - 7:22 PM
Sep 186:59 AM7:21 PM12h 21m6:59 AM - 7:33 AM6:47 PM - 7:21 PM
Sep 197:00 AM7:19 PM12h 19m7:00 AM - 7:34 AM6:45 PM - 7:19 PM
Sep 207:01 AM7:18 PM12h 17m7:01 AM - 7:35 AM6:44 PM - 7:18 PM
Sep 217:02 AM7:16 PM12h 14m7:02 AM - 7:35 AM6:42 PM - 7:16 PM
Sep 227:02 AM7:15 PM12h 12m7:02 AM - 7:36 AM6:41 PM - 7:15 PM
Sep 237:03 AM7:13 PM12h 10m7:03 AM - 7:37 AM6:39 PM - 7:13 PM
Sep 247:04 AM7:12 PM12h 8m7:04 AM - 7:38 AM6:38 PM - 7:12 PM
Sep 257:05 AM7:10 PM12h 5m7:05 AM - 7:38 AM6:36 PM - 7:10 PM
Sep 267:05 AM7:09 PM12h 3m7:05 AM - 7:39 AM6:35 PM - 7:09 PM
Sep 277:06 AM7:07 PM12h 1m7:06 AM - 7:40 AM6:33 PM - 7:07 PM
Sep 287:07 AM7:06 PM11h 59m7:07 AM - 7:41 AM6:32 PM - 7:06 PM
Sep 297:08 AM7:04 PM11h 56m7:08 AM - 7:42 AM6:30 PM - 7:04 PM
Sep 307:09 AM7:03 PM11h 54m7:09 AM - 7:42 AM6:29 PM - 7:03 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

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About sunrise and sunset in Raleigh 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 Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, North Carolina in September?

Today, the sun rises in Raleigh, North Carolina at 7:25 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout September, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Raleigh, North Carolina in September?

Today, the sun sets in Raleigh, North Carolina at 5:23 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout September, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Raleigh, North Carolina in September?

Today's daylight in Raleigh, North Carolina lasts about 9h 57m. As we move through September, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Raleigh, North Carolina?

Golden hour in Raleigh, 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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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.