Chesapeake Sunrise & Sunset in February 2026
EST • 36.7682°N, 76.2875°W
Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band
Last updated: March 3, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Chesapeake, Virginia throughout February 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. February marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in February 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 Chesapeake use February'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 Chesapeake during February 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 February 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.
February is part of winter in the Northern Hemisphere for Chesapeake. Expect shorter days and later sunrises, especially noticeable at 36.8° latitude, with daylight expanding slowly as the month progresses.
February daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 30m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 28m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 58m longer by month end.
Key February Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: February 1 at 7:08 AM
- Latest sunrise: February 28 at 6:38 AM
- Earliest sunset: February 1 at 5:31 PM
- Latest sunset: February 28 at 5:59 PM
- Day length change: +0h 58m from start to end of month
February averages
- Average sunrise: 6:54 AM
- Average sunset: 5:45 PM
- Average day length: 10h 51m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for February 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1 | 7:08 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 23m | 7:08 AM - 7:45 AM | 4:54 PM - 5:31 PM |
| Feb 2 | 7:07 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 25m | 7:07 AM - 7:44 AM | 4:55 PM - 5:32 PM |
| Feb 3 | 7:06 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 27m | 7:06 AM - 7:44 AM | 4:56 PM - 5:33 PM |
| Feb 4 | 7:06 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 29m | 7:06 AM - 7:43 AM | 4:57 PM - 5:34 PM |
| Feb 5 | 7:05 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 31m | 7:05 AM - 7:42 AM | 4:58 PM - 5:35 PM |
| Feb 6 | 7:04 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 33m | 7:04 AM - 7:41 AM | 5:00 PM - 5:36 PM |
| Feb 7 | 7:03 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 35m | 7:03 AM - 7:40 AM | 5:01 PM - 5:37 PM |
| Feb 8 | 7:02 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 37m | 7:02 AM - 7:38 AM | 5:02 PM - 5:38 PM |
| Feb 9 | 7:01 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 39m | 7:01 AM - 7:37 AM | 5:03 PM - 5:40 PM |
| Feb 10 | 7:00 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 41m | 7:00 AM - 7:36 AM | 5:04 PM - 5:41 PM |
| Feb 11 | 6:59 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 43m | 6:59 AM - 7:35 AM | 5:05 PM - 5:42 PM |
| Feb 12 | 6:58 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 45m | 6:58 AM - 7:34 AM | 5:07 PM - 5:43 PM |
| Feb 13 | 6:57 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 47m | 6:57 AM - 7:33 AM | 5:08 PM - 5:44 PM |
| Feb 14 | 6:56 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 49m | 6:56 AM - 7:32 AM | 5:09 PM - 5:45 PM |
| Feb 15 | 6:55 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 51m | 6:55 AM - 7:30 AM | 5:10 PM - 5:46 PM |
| Feb 16 | 6:53 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 54m | 6:53 AM - 7:29 AM | 5:11 PM - 5:47 PM |
| Feb 17 | 6:52 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 56m | 6:52 AM - 7:28 AM | 5:12 PM - 5:48 PM |
| Feb 18 | 6:51 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 58m | 6:51 AM - 7:27 AM | 5:13 PM - 5:49 PM |
| Feb 19 | 6:50 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 0m | 6:50 AM - 7:25 AM | 5:15 PM - 5:50 PM |
| Feb 20 | 6:49 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 2m | 6:49 AM - 7:24 AM | 5:16 PM - 5:51 PM |
| Feb 21 | 6:47 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 5m | 6:47 AM - 7:23 AM | 5:17 PM - 5:52 PM |
| Feb 22 | 6:46 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 7m | 6:46 AM - 7:21 AM | 5:18 PM - 5:53 PM |
| Feb 23 | 6:45 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 9m | 6:45 AM - 7:20 AM | 5:19 PM - 5:54 PM |
| Feb 24 | 6:44 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 11m | 6:44 AM - 7:19 AM | 5:20 PM - 5:55 PM |
| Feb 25 | 6:42 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 14m | 6:42 AM - 7:17 AM | 5:21 PM - 5:56 PM |
| Feb 26 | 6:41 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 16m | 6:41 AM - 7:16 AM | 5:22 PM - 5:57 PM |
| Feb 27 | 6:40 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 18m | 6:40 AM - 7:15 AM | 5:23 PM - 5:58 PM |
| Feb 28 | 6:38 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 21m | 6:38 AM - 7:13 AM | 5:24 PM - 5:59 PM |
Last updated: March 3, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Chesapeake in February
Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through February as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Chesapeake, Virginia, 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 February.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chesapeake, Virginia in February?
Today, the sun rises in Chesapeake, Virginia at 6:34 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Chesapeake, Virginia in February?
Today, the sun sets in Chesapeake, Virginia at 6:02 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Chesapeake, Virginia in February?
Today's daylight in Chesapeake, Virginia lasts about 11h 28m. As we move through February, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Chesapeake, Virginia?
Golden hour in Chesapeake, Virginia 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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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.