Wilmington Sunrise & Sunset in October 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Wilmington, North Carolina throughout October 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 October in Wilmington reflect seasonal transitions. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During October, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Wilmington benefit from accurate October 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 October's sun time patterns in Wilmington, North Carolina 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 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 7:06 AM
  • Latest sunrise: October 31 at 7:30 AM
  • Earliest sunset: October 1 at 6:59 PM
  • Latest sunset: October 31 at 6:22 PM
  • Day length change: -2h 2m from start to end of month

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for October 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Oct 17:06 AM6:59 PM11h 53m7:06 AM - 7:39 AM6:26 PM - 6:59 PM
Oct 27:07 AM6:57 PM11h 51m7:07 AM - 7:40 AM6:24 PM - 6:57 PM
Oct 37:08 AM6:56 PM11h 48m7:08 AM - 7:41 AM6:23 PM - 6:56 PM
Oct 47:08 AM6:55 PM11h 46m7:08 AM - 7:42 AM6:21 PM - 6:55 PM
Oct 57:09 AM6:53 PM11h 44m7:09 AM - 7:42 AM6:20 PM - 6:53 PM
Oct 67:10 AM6:52 PM11h 42m7:10 AM - 7:43 AM6:19 PM - 6:52 PM
Oct 77:11 AM6:51 PM11h 40m7:11 AM - 7:44 AM6:17 PM - 6:51 PM
Oct 87:11 AM6:49 PM11h 38m7:11 AM - 7:45 AM6:16 PM - 6:49 PM
Oct 97:12 AM6:48 PM11h 36m7:12 AM - 7:46 AM6:14 PM - 6:48 PM
Oct 107:13 AM6:47 PM11h 34m7:13 AM - 7:46 AM6:13 PM - 6:47 PM
Oct 117:14 AM6:45 PM11h 32m7:14 AM - 7:47 AM6:12 PM - 6:45 PM
Oct 127:14 AM6:44 PM11h 30m7:14 AM - 7:48 AM6:10 PM - 6:44 PM
Oct 137:15 AM6:43 PM11h 28m7:15 AM - 7:49 AM6:09 PM - 6:43 PM
Oct 147:16 AM6:41 PM11h 25m7:16 AM - 7:50 AM6:08 PM - 6:41 PM
Oct 157:17 AM6:40 PM11h 23m7:17 AM - 7:51 AM6:06 PM - 6:40 PM
Oct 167:18 AM6:39 PM11h 21m7:18 AM - 7:51 AM6:05 PM - 6:39 PM
Oct 177:18 AM6:38 PM11h 19m7:18 AM - 7:52 AM6:04 PM - 6:38 PM
Oct 187:19 AM6:36 PM11h 17m7:19 AM - 7:53 AM6:02 PM - 6:36 PM
Oct 197:20 AM6:35 PM11h 15m7:20 AM - 7:54 AM6:01 PM - 6:35 PM
Oct 207:21 AM6:34 PM11h 13m7:21 AM - 7:55 AM6:00 PM - 6:34 PM
Oct 217:22 AM6:33 PM11h 11m7:22 AM - 7:56 AM5:59 PM - 6:33 PM
Oct 227:23 AM6:32 PM11h 9m7:23 AM - 7:57 AM5:57 PM - 6:32 PM
Oct 237:23 AM6:30 PM11h 7m7:23 AM - 7:58 AM5:56 PM - 6:30 PM
Oct 247:24 AM6:29 PM11h 5m7:24 AM - 7:59 AM5:55 PM - 6:29 PM
Oct 257:25 AM6:28 PM11h 3m7:25 AM - 8:00 AM5:54 PM - 6:28 PM
Oct 267:26 AM6:27 PM11h 1m7:26 AM - 8:00 AM5:53 PM - 6:27 PM
Oct 277:27 AM6:26 PM10h 59m7:27 AM - 8:01 AM5:51 PM - 6:26 PM
Oct 287:28 AM6:25 PM10h 57m7:28 AM - 8:02 AM5:50 PM - 6:25 PM
Oct 297:29 AM6:24 PM10h 55m7:29 AM - 8:03 AM5:49 PM - 6:24 PM
Oct 307:30 AM6:23 PM10h 53m7:30 AM - 8:04 AM5:48 PM - 6:23 PM
Oct 317:30 AM6:22 PM10h 51m7:30 AM - 8:05 AM5:47 PM - 6:22 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

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About sunrise and sunset in Wilmington 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 Wilmington, 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 October.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Wilmington, North Carolina in October?

Today, the sun rises in Wilmington, North Carolina at 7:19 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout October, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Wilmington, North Carolina in October?

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

How long is the day in Wilmington, North Carolina in October?

Today's daylight in Wilmington, North Carolina lasts about 10h 5m. As we move through October, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Wilmington, North Carolina?

Golden hour in Wilmington, 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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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.