Seattle Sunrise & Sunset in October 2026
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Last updated: March 18, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Seattle, Washington 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 Seattle 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 Seattle, Washington. 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 Seattle 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 43m 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 40m shorter by month end.
Key October Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: October 1 at 7:08 AM
- Latest sunrise: October 31 at 7:51 AM
- Earliest sunset: October 1 at 6:52 PM
- Latest sunset: October 31 at 5:56 PM
- Day length change: -2h 40m from start to end of month
October averages
- Average sunrise: 7:29 AM
- Average sunset: 6:23 PM
- Average day length: 10h 54m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for October 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 | 7:08 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 45m | 7:08 AM - 7:49 AM | 6:12 PM - 6:52 PM |
| Oct 2 | 7:09 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 41m | 7:09 AM - 7:50 AM | 6:09 PM - 6:50 PM |
| Oct 3 | 7:10 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 38m | 7:10 AM - 7:51 AM | 6:07 PM - 6:48 PM |
| Oct 4 | 7:12 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 35m | 7:12 AM - 7:53 AM | 6:05 PM - 6:46 PM |
| Oct 5 | 7:13 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 31m | 7:13 AM - 7:54 AM | 6:03 PM - 6:44 PM |
| Oct 6 | 7:15 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 28m | 7:15 AM - 7:56 AM | 6:01 PM - 6:42 PM |
| Oct 7 | 7:16 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 24m | 7:16 AM - 7:57 AM | 5:59 PM - 6:40 PM |
| Oct 8 | 7:17 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 21m | 7:17 AM - 7:59 AM | 5:57 PM - 6:38 PM |
| Oct 9 | 7:19 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 18m | 7:19 AM - 8:00 AM | 5:55 PM - 6:36 PM |
| Oct 10 | 7:20 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 14m | 7:20 AM - 8:02 AM | 5:53 PM - 6:34 PM |
| Oct 11 | 7:22 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 11m | 7:22 AM - 8:03 AM | 5:51 PM - 6:32 PM |
| Oct 12 | 7:23 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 7m | 7:23 AM - 8:05 AM | 5:49 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Oct 13 | 7:24 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 4m | 7:24 AM - 8:06 AM | 5:47 PM - 6:28 PM |
| Oct 14 | 7:26 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 1m | 7:26 AM - 8:08 AM | 5:45 PM - 6:27 PM |
| Oct 15 | 7:27 AM | 6:25 PM | 10h 57m | 7:27 AM - 8:09 AM | 5:43 PM - 6:25 PM |
| Oct 16 | 7:29 AM | 6:23 PM | 10h 54m | 7:29 AM - 8:11 AM | 5:41 PM - 6:23 PM |
| Oct 17 | 7:30 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 51m | 7:30 AM - 8:12 AM | 5:39 PM - 6:21 PM |
| Oct 18 | 7:32 AM | 6:19 PM | 10h 47m | 7:32 AM - 8:14 AM | 5:37 PM - 6:19 PM |
| Oct 19 | 7:33 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 44m | 7:33 AM - 8:16 AM | 5:35 PM - 6:17 PM |
| Oct 20 | 7:35 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 41m | 7:35 AM - 8:17 AM | 5:33 PM - 6:15 PM |
| Oct 21 | 7:36 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 37m | 7:36 AM - 8:19 AM | 5:31 PM - 6:13 PM |
| Oct 22 | 7:38 AM | 6:12 PM | 10h 34m | 7:38 AM - 8:20 AM | 5:29 PM - 6:12 PM |
| Oct 23 | 7:39 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 31m | 7:39 AM - 8:22 AM | 5:27 PM - 6:10 PM |
| Oct 24 | 7:40 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 28m | 7:40 AM - 8:24 AM | 5:25 PM - 6:08 PM |
| Oct 25 | 7:42 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 24m | 7:42 AM - 8:25 AM | 5:23 PM - 6:06 PM |
| Oct 26 | 7:43 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 21m | 7:43 AM - 8:27 AM | 5:21 PM - 6:05 PM |
| Oct 27 | 7:45 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 18m | 7:45 AM - 8:29 AM | 5:19 PM - 6:03 PM |
| Oct 28 | 7:46 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 15m | 7:46 AM - 8:30 AM | 5:17 PM - 6:01 PM |
| Oct 29 | 7:48 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 12m | 7:48 AM - 8:32 AM | 5:16 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Oct 30 | 7:50 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 8m | 7:50 AM - 8:34 AM | 5:14 PM - 5:58 PM |
| Oct 31 | 7:51 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 5m | 7:51 AM - 8:35 AM | 5:12 PM - 5:56 PM |
Last updated: March 18, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Seattle 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 Seattle, Washington, 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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Learn more about sunrise, sunset, and daylight patterns with our helpful guides:
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Seattle, Washington in October?
Today, the sun rises in Seattle, Washington at 7:17 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Seattle, Washington in October?
Today, the sun sets in Seattle, Washington at 7:19 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Seattle, Washington in October?
Today's daylight in Seattle, Washington 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 Seattle, Washington?
Golden hour in Seattle, Washington 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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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.