Springfield Sunrise & Sunset in October 2026
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Last updated: January 13, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Springfield, Massachusetts 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 Springfield 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 Springfield, Massachusetts. 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.
Key October Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: October 1 at 6:48 AM
- Latest sunrise: October 31 at 7:23 AM
- Earliest sunset: October 1 at 6:34 PM
- Latest sunset: October 31 at 5:47 PM
- Day length change: -2h 22m from start to end of month
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for October 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 | 6:48 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 46m | 6:48 AM - 7:25 AM | 5:57 PM - 6:34 PM |
| Oct 2 | 6:49 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 43m | 6:49 AM - 7:26 AM | 5:55 PM - 6:32 PM |
| Oct 3 | 6:50 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 40m | 6:50 AM - 7:27 AM | 5:53 PM - 6:30 PM |
| Oct 4 | 6:51 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 37m | 6:51 AM - 7:28 AM | 5:51 PM - 6:28 PM |
| Oct 5 | 6:52 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 35m | 6:52 AM - 7:29 AM | 5:49 PM - 6:27 PM |
| Oct 6 | 6:53 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 32m | 6:53 AM - 7:31 AM | 5:48 PM - 6:25 PM |
| Oct 7 | 6:54 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 29m | 6:54 AM - 7:32 AM | 5:46 PM - 6:23 PM |
| Oct 8 | 6:55 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 26m | 6:55 AM - 7:33 AM | 5:44 PM - 6:22 PM |
| Oct 9 | 6:57 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 23m | 6:57 AM - 7:34 AM | 5:42 PM - 6:20 PM |
| Oct 10 | 6:58 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 21m | 6:58 AM - 7:35 AM | 5:41 PM - 6:18 PM |
| Oct 11 | 6:59 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 18m | 6:59 AM - 7:36 AM | 5:39 PM - 6:17 PM |
| Oct 12 | 7:00 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 15m | 7:00 AM - 7:38 AM | 5:37 PM - 6:15 PM |
| Oct 13 | 7:01 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 12m | 7:01 AM - 7:39 AM | 5:36 PM - 6:13 PM |
| Oct 14 | 7:02 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 10m | 7:02 AM - 7:40 AM | 5:34 PM - 6:12 PM |
| Oct 15 | 7:03 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 7m | 7:03 AM - 7:41 AM | 5:32 PM - 6:10 PM |
| Oct 16 | 7:05 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 4m | 7:05 AM - 7:43 AM | 5:31 PM - 6:09 PM |
| Oct 17 | 7:06 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 1m | 7:06 AM - 7:44 AM | 5:29 PM - 6:07 PM |
| Oct 18 | 7:07 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 59m | 7:07 AM - 7:45 AM | 5:27 PM - 6:05 PM |
| Oct 19 | 7:08 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 56m | 7:08 AM - 7:46 AM | 5:26 PM - 6:04 PM |
| Oct 20 | 7:09 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 53m | 7:09 AM - 7:48 AM | 5:24 PM - 6:02 PM |
| Oct 21 | 7:10 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 51m | 7:10 AM - 7:49 AM | 5:22 PM - 6:01 PM |
| Oct 22 | 7:12 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 48m | 7:12 AM - 7:50 AM | 5:21 PM - 5:59 PM |
| Oct 23 | 7:13 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 45m | 7:13 AM - 7:51 AM | 5:19 PM - 5:58 PM |
| Oct 24 | 7:14 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 43m | 7:14 AM - 7:53 AM | 5:18 PM - 5:56 PM |
| Oct 25 | 7:15 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 40m | 7:15 AM - 7:54 AM | 5:16 PM - 5:55 PM |
| Oct 26 | 7:16 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 37m | 7:16 AM - 7:55 AM | 5:15 PM - 5:54 PM |
| Oct 27 | 7:18 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 35m | 7:18 AM - 7:57 AM | 5:13 PM - 5:52 PM |
| Oct 28 | 7:19 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 32m | 7:19 AM - 7:58 AM | 5:12 PM - 5:51 PM |
| Oct 29 | 7:20 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 29m | 7:20 AM - 7:59 AM | 5:10 PM - 5:50 PM |
| Oct 30 | 7:21 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 27m | 7:21 AM - 8:01 AM | 5:09 PM - 5:48 PM |
| Oct 31 | 7:23 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 24m | 7:23 AM - 8:02 AM | 5:07 PM - 5:47 PM |
Last updated: January 13, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Springfield 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 Springfield, Massachusetts, 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 Springfield, Massachusetts in October?
Today, the sun rises in Springfield, Massachusetts at 7:18 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Springfield, Massachusetts in October?
Today, the sun sets in Springfield, Massachusetts at 4:42 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Springfield, Massachusetts in October?
Today's daylight in Springfield, Massachusetts lasts about 9h 24m. As we move through October, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Springfield, Massachusetts?
Golden hour in Springfield, Massachusetts 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.