Peoria Sunrise & Sunset in February 2026

CST40.6936°N, 89.5890°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Peoria, Illinois 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 Peoria 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 Peoria 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 Peoria. Expect shorter days and later sunrises, especially noticeable at 40.7° latitude, with daylight expanding slowly as the month progresses.

February daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 34m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 33m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 1h 7m longer by month end.

Key February Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: February 1 at 7:09 AM
  • Latest sunrise: February 28 at 6:35 AM
  • Earliest sunset: February 1 at 5:16 PM
  • Latest sunset: February 28 at 5:49 PM
  • Day length change: +1h 7m from start to end of month

February averages

  • Average sunrise: 6:53 AM
  • Average sunset: 5:33 PM
  • Average day length: 10h 39m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for February 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Feb 17:09 AM5:16 PM10h 7m7:09 AM - 7:49 AM4:36 PM - 5:16 PM
Feb 27:08 AM5:17 PM10h 9m7:08 AM - 7:48 AM4:38 PM - 5:17 PM
Feb 37:07 AM5:19 PM10h 11m7:07 AM - 7:47 AM4:39 PM - 5:19 PM
Feb 47:06 AM5:20 PM10h 14m7:06 AM - 7:46 AM4:40 PM - 5:20 PM
Feb 57:05 AM5:21 PM10h 16m7:05 AM - 7:45 AM4:42 PM - 5:21 PM
Feb 67:04 AM5:22 PM10h 18m7:04 AM - 7:43 AM4:43 PM - 5:22 PM
Feb 77:03 AM5:24 PM10h 21m7:03 AM - 7:42 AM4:45 PM - 5:24 PM
Feb 87:02 AM5:25 PM10h 23m7:02 AM - 7:41 AM4:46 PM - 5:25 PM
Feb 97:01 AM5:26 PM10h 25m7:01 AM - 7:40 AM4:47 PM - 5:26 PM
Feb 107:00 AM5:27 PM10h 28m7:00 AM - 7:38 AM4:49 PM - 5:27 PM
Feb 116:58 AM5:29 PM10h 30m6:58 AM - 7:37 AM4:50 PM - 5:29 PM
Feb 126:57 AM5:30 PM10h 33m6:57 AM - 7:36 AM4:51 PM - 5:30 PM
Feb 136:56 AM5:31 PM10h 35m6:56 AM - 7:34 AM4:53 PM - 5:31 PM
Feb 146:55 AM5:32 PM10h 38m6:55 AM - 7:33 AM4:54 PM - 5:32 PM
Feb 156:53 AM5:34 PM10h 40m6:53 AM - 7:32 AM4:55 PM - 5:34 PM
Feb 166:52 AM5:35 PM10h 43m6:52 AM - 7:30 AM4:57 PM - 5:35 PM
Feb 176:51 AM5:36 PM10h 45m6:51 AM - 7:29 AM4:58 PM - 5:36 PM
Feb 186:49 AM5:37 PM10h 48m6:49 AM - 7:27 AM4:59 PM - 5:37 PM
Feb 196:48 AM5:38 PM10h 50m6:48 AM - 7:26 AM5:01 PM - 5:38 PM
Feb 206:47 AM5:40 PM10h 53m6:47 AM - 7:24 AM5:02 PM - 5:40 PM
Feb 216:45 AM5:41 PM10h 56m6:45 AM - 7:23 AM5:03 PM - 5:41 PM
Feb 226:44 AM5:42 PM10h 58m6:44 AM - 7:21 AM5:04 PM - 5:42 PM
Feb 23(Today)6:42 AM5:43 PM11h 1m6:42 AM - 7:20 AM5:06 PM - 5:43 PM
Feb 246:41 AM5:44 PM11h 3m6:41 AM - 7:18 AM5:07 PM - 5:44 PM
Feb 256:39 AM5:45 PM11h 6m6:39 AM - 7:17 AM5:08 PM - 5:45 PM
Feb 266:38 AM5:47 PM11h 9m6:38 AM - 7:15 AM5:09 PM - 5:47 PM
Feb 276:36 AM5:48 PM11h 11m6:36 AM - 7:13 AM5:11 PM - 5:48 PM
Feb 286:35 AM5:49 PM11h 14m6:35 AM - 7:12 AM5:12 PM - 5:49 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Peoria in February

Today, the sun rises at 6:42 AM and sets at 5:43 PM, giving about 11h 1m 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 Peoria, Illinois in February?

Today, the sun rises in Peoria, Illinois at 6:42 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Peoria, Illinois in February?

Today, the sun sets in Peoria, Illinois at 5:43 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Peoria, Illinois in February?

Today's daylight in Peoria, Illinois lasts about 11h 1m. As we move through February, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Peoria, Illinois?

Golden hour in Peoria, Illinois 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.