Lowell Sunrise & Sunset in February 2026

EST42.6334°N, 71.3162°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Lowell, Massachusetts 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 Lowell 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 Lowell 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 Lowell, Massachusetts 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.

February is part of winter in the Northern Hemisphere for Lowell. Expect shorter days and later sunrises, especially noticeable at 42.6° latitude, with daylight expanding slowly as the month progresses.

February daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 36m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 35m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 1h 12m longer by month end.

Key February Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: February 1 at 7:00 AM
  • Latest sunrise: February 28 at 6:24 AM
  • Earliest sunset: February 1 at 4:59 PM
  • Latest sunset: February 28 at 5:34 PM
  • Day length change: +1h 12m from start to end of month

February averages

  • Average sunrise: 6:43 AM
  • Average sunset: 5:17 PM
  • Average day length: 10h 33m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for February 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Feb 17:00 AM4:59 PM9h 58m7:00 AM - 7:42 AM4:17 PM - 4:59 PM
Feb 26:59 AM5:00 PM10h 1m6:59 AM - 7:41 AM4:19 PM - 5:00 PM
Feb 36:58 AM5:01 PM10h 3m6:58 AM - 7:39 AM4:20 PM - 5:01 PM
Feb 46:57 AM5:03 PM10h 6m6:57 AM - 7:38 AM4:22 PM - 5:03 PM
Feb 56:56 AM5:04 PM10h 8m6:56 AM - 7:37 AM4:23 PM - 5:04 PM
Feb 66:55 AM5:05 PM10h 11m6:55 AM - 7:36 AM4:25 PM - 5:05 PM
Feb 76:54 AM5:07 PM10h 13m6:54 AM - 7:34 AM4:26 PM - 5:07 PM
Feb 86:52 AM5:08 PM10h 16m6:52 AM - 7:33 AM4:28 PM - 5:08 PM
Feb 96:51 AM5:09 PM10h 18m6:51 AM - 7:32 AM4:29 PM - 5:09 PM
Feb 106:50 AM5:11 PM10h 21m6:50 AM - 7:30 AM4:31 PM - 5:11 PM
Feb 116:49 AM5:12 PM10h 23m6:49 AM - 7:29 AM4:32 PM - 5:12 PM
Feb 126:47 AM5:13 PM10h 26m6:47 AM - 7:27 AM4:33 PM - 5:13 PM
Feb 136:46 AM5:15 PM10h 29m6:46 AM - 7:26 AM4:35 PM - 5:15 PM
Feb 146:45 AM5:16 PM10h 31m6:45 AM - 7:24 AM4:36 PM - 5:16 PM
Feb 156:43 AM5:17 PM10h 34m6:43 AM - 7:23 AM4:38 PM - 5:17 PM
Feb 166:42 AM5:19 PM10h 37m6:42 AM - 7:21 AM4:39 PM - 5:19 PM
Feb 176:41 AM5:20 PM10h 39m6:41 AM - 7:20 AM4:41 PM - 5:20 PM
Feb 186:39 AM5:21 PM10h 42m6:39 AM - 7:18 AM4:42 PM - 5:21 PM
Feb 196:38 AM5:23 PM10h 45m6:38 AM - 7:17 AM4:43 PM - 5:23 PM
Feb 206:36 AM5:24 PM10h 48m6:36 AM - 7:15 AM4:45 PM - 5:24 PM
Feb 216:35 AM5:25 PM10h 50m6:35 AM - 7:14 AM4:46 PM - 5:25 PM
Feb 226:33 AM5:26 PM10h 53m6:33 AM - 7:12 AM4:48 PM - 5:26 PM
Feb 23(Today)6:32 AM5:28 PM10h 56m6:32 AM - 7:10 AM4:49 PM - 5:28 PM
Feb 246:30 AM5:29 PM10h 59m6:30 AM - 7:09 AM4:50 PM - 5:29 PM
Feb 256:29 AM5:30 PM11h 2m6:29 AM - 7:07 AM4:52 PM - 5:30 PM
Feb 266:27 AM5:31 PM11h 4m6:27 AM - 7:05 AM4:53 PM - 5:31 PM
Feb 276:25 AM5:33 PM11h 7m6:25 AM - 7:04 AM4:54 PM - 5:33 PM
Feb 286:24 AM5:34 PM11h 10m6:24 AM - 7:02 AM4:56 PM - 5:34 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Lowell in February

Today, the sun rises at 6:32 AM and sets at 5:28 PM, giving about 10h 56m hours of daylight. Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through February as we move through the solstice.

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 Lowell, Massachusetts in February?

Today, the sun rises in Lowell, Massachusetts at 6:32 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Lowell, Massachusetts in February?

Today, the sun sets in Lowell, Massachusetts at 5:28 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Lowell, Massachusetts in February?

Today's daylight in Lowell, Massachusetts lasts about 10h 56m. As we move through February, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Lowell, Massachusetts?

Golden hour in Lowell, 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.

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.