New River Inlet Sunrise & Sunset
Saturday, October 31 at New River Inlet, North Carolina. There are 10h 48m of daylight, from sunrise at 7:29 AM to sunset at 6:17 PM.
The light today
From first light to last, local to New River Inlet.
Daylight by month in New River Inlet
How sunrise, sunset, and the length of the day change across 2026 at this latitude. Times are for the 15th of each month.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7:16 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 06m | |
| Feb | 6:55 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 57m | |
| Mar | 7:20 AM | 7:17 PM | 11h 57m | |
| Apr | 6:38 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 03m | |
| May | 6:07 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 58m | |
| JunLongest | 5:56 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 27m | |
| Jul | 6:08 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 15m | |
| Aug | 6:30 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 27m | |
| Sep | 6:52 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 24m | |
| Oct | 7:15 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 20m | |
| Nov | 6:43 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 22m | |
| DecShortest | 7:09 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 52m |
Longest day around June 21 (14h 28m), shortest around December 21 (9h 51m). That is a swing of 4h 37m across the year.
Time your day on the water
Sunrise, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Sunrise, sunset & daylight at New River Inlet
On the water, the light runs the day. First light is when you can start to see the channel; the hour after sunrise and the hour before sunset is the soft golden light anglers and photographers wait for; and last light is your deadline to be back on the mooring. The times on this page are calculated for New River Inlet’s exact position and follow the local clock, daylight saving included.
Daylight is not fixed. It swings with the season, and how far it swings depends on latitude. New River Inlet runs from about 9h 51m at the shortest day to 14h 28m at the longest. Plan an early start against first light, line up the evening bite with the golden hour and sunset, and cross-check the New River Inlet tide chart and marine forecast before you head out.
Frequently asked
What time is sunrise and sunset in New River Inlet today?+
On Saturday, October 31, the sun rises at 7:29 AM and sets at 6:17 PM at New River Inlet, North Carolina. First light (dawn) is around 7:03 AM and last light (dusk) is around 6:43 PM.
How many hours of daylight does New River Inlet get today?+
Saturday, October 31 has 10h 48m of daylight at New River Inlet. The days are getting shorter by about 2 minutes a day right now.
When is the longest and shortest day of the year in New River Inlet?+
The longest day at New River Inlet is around June 21 with 14h 28m of daylight, and the shortest is around December 21 with 9h 51m. That is a swing of 4h 37m across the year.
What is first light, golden hour, and solar noon?+
First light (civil dawn) is when the sky brightens enough to see, about 30 minutes before sunrise. Golden hour is the soft, low-angle light right after sunrise and right before sunset. Solar noon is when the sun is highest, at 12:53 PM today. These matter for planning a dawn departure, a photo, or the evening bite.
Are these sunrise and sunset times accurate?+
Yes. They are calculated to the minute for New River Inlet's exact coordinates (34.533°, -77.342°) using the standard astronomical equations NOAA's own solar calculator uses, and they follow the local time zone including daylight saving. Times are for a flat sea horizon; hills or headlands can shift the real moment a little.
Pathr nautical charts
Explore sunrise and sunset on the chart
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Bridge clearances near New River Inlet
Vertical clearance and drawbridge opening schedules for the bridges closest to New River Inlet. Check them against your air draft before you head out.
