Dayton Sunrise & Sunset in February 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Dayton, Ohio throughout February 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 February in Dayton reflect seasonal transitions. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During February, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Dayton benefit from accurate February 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 February's sun time patterns in Dayton, Ohio 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 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.

Key February Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: February 1 at 7:46 AM
  • Latest sunrise: February 28 at 7:13 AM
  • Earliest sunset: February 1 at 5:57 PM
  • Latest sunset: February 28 at 6:28 PM
  • Day length change: +1h 5m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for February 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Feb 17:46 AM5:57 PM10h 11m7:46 AM - 8:25 AM5:17 PM - 5:57 PM
Feb 27:45 AM5:58 PM10h 13m7:45 AM - 8:24 AM5:19 PM - 5:58 PM
Feb 37:44 AM5:59 PM10h 15m7:44 AM - 8:23 AM5:20 PM - 5:59 PM
Feb 47:43 AM6:00 PM10h 17m7:43 AM - 8:22 AM5:21 PM - 6:00 PM
Feb 57:42 AM6:01 PM10h 20m7:42 AM - 8:20 AM5:23 PM - 6:01 PM
Feb 67:41 AM6:03 PM10h 22m7:41 AM - 8:19 AM5:24 PM - 6:03 PM
Feb 77:40 AM6:04 PM10h 24m7:40 AM - 8:18 AM5:25 PM - 6:04 PM
Feb 87:39 AM6:05 PM10h 26m7:39 AM - 8:17 AM5:27 PM - 6:05 PM
Feb 97:37 AM6:06 PM10h 29m7:37 AM - 8:16 AM5:28 PM - 6:06 PM
Feb 107:36 AM6:07 PM10h 31m7:36 AM - 8:14 AM5:29 PM - 6:07 PM
Feb 117:35 AM6:09 PM10h 33m7:35 AM - 8:13 AM5:31 PM - 6:09 PM
Feb 127:34 AM6:10 PM10h 36m7:34 AM - 8:12 AM5:32 PM - 6:10 PM
Feb 137:33 AM6:11 PM10h 38m7:33 AM - 8:11 AM5:33 PM - 6:11 PM
Feb 147:32 AM6:12 PM10h 41m7:32 AM - 8:09 AM5:34 PM - 6:12 PM
Feb 157:30 AM6:13 PM10h 43m7:30 AM - 8:08 AM5:36 PM - 6:13 PM
Feb 167:29 AM6:14 PM10h 45m7:29 AM - 8:07 AM5:37 PM - 6:14 PM
Feb 177:28 AM6:16 PM10h 48m7:28 AM - 8:05 AM5:38 PM - 6:16 PM
Feb 187:27 AM6:17 PM10h 50m7:27 AM - 8:04 AM5:40 PM - 6:17 PM
Feb 197:25 AM6:18 PM10h 53m7:25 AM - 8:02 AM5:41 PM - 6:18 PM
Feb 207:24 AM6:19 PM10h 55m7:24 AM - 8:01 AM5:42 PM - 6:19 PM
Feb 217:22 AM6:20 PM10h 58m7:22 AM - 7:59 AM5:43 PM - 6:20 PM
Feb 227:21 AM6:21 PM11h 0m7:21 AM - 7:58 AM5:44 PM - 6:21 PM
Feb 237:20 AM6:23 PM11h 3m7:20 AM - 7:57 AM5:46 PM - 6:23 PM
Feb 247:18 AM6:24 PM11h 5m7:18 AM - 7:55 AM5:47 PM - 6:24 PM
Feb 257:17 AM6:25 PM11h 8m7:17 AM - 7:54 AM5:48 PM - 6:25 PM
Feb 267:15 AM6:26 PM11h 10m7:15 AM - 7:52 AM5:49 PM - 6:26 PM
Feb 277:14 AM6:27 PM11h 13m7:14 AM - 7:51 AM5:50 PM - 6:27 PM
Feb 287:13 AM6:28 PM11h 16m7:13 AM - 7:49 AM5:52 PM - 6:28 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Dayton 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 Dayton, Ohio, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Dayton, Ohio in February?

Today, the sun rises in Dayton, Ohio at 7:57 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Dayton, Ohio in February?

Today, the sun sets in Dayton, Ohio at 5:35 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Dayton, Ohio in February?

Today's daylight in Dayton, Ohio lasts about 9h 37m. As we move through February, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Dayton, Ohio?

Golden hour in Dayton, Ohio 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.

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.