Raleigh Sunrise & Sunset in February 2026
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Last updated: January 13, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Raleigh, North Carolina throughout February 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During February, the region experiences moderate day lengths. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in February, when the sun's low angle creates warm, soft light. Understanding when these windows occur helps plan shoots and outdoor activities. Event planners and outdoor venue operators in Raleigh depend on February's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in February brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Raleigh, North Carolina. While the changes may seem small day-to-day, they accumulate throughout the month, creating noticeable differences from the first to the last day. 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 7:16 AM
- Latest sunrise: February 28 at 6:47 AM
- Earliest sunset: February 1 at 5:42 PM
- Latest sunset: February 28 at 6:09 PM
- Day length change: +0h 56m from start to end of month
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for February 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1 | 7:16 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 26m | 7:16 AM - 7:52 AM | 5:05 PM - 5:42 PM |
| Feb 2 | 7:15 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 28m | 7:15 AM - 7:51 AM | 5:07 PM - 5:43 PM |
| Feb 3 | 7:14 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 30m | 7:14 AM - 7:51 AM | 5:08 PM - 5:44 PM |
| Feb 4 | 7:13 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 32m | 7:13 AM - 7:50 AM | 5:09 PM - 5:45 PM |
| Feb 5 | 7:12 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 34m | 7:12 AM - 7:49 AM | 5:10 PM - 5:46 PM |
| Feb 6 | 7:12 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 36m | 7:12 AM - 7:48 AM | 5:11 PM - 5:47 PM |
| Feb 7 | 7:11 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 38m | 7:11 AM - 7:47 AM | 5:12 PM - 5:48 PM |
| Feb 8 | 7:10 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 40m | 7:10 AM - 7:46 AM | 5:13 PM - 5:49 PM |
| Feb 9 | 7:09 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 42m | 7:09 AM - 7:45 AM | 5:15 PM - 5:51 PM |
| Feb 10 | 7:08 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 44m | 7:08 AM - 7:44 AM | 5:16 PM - 5:52 PM |
| Feb 11 | 7:07 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 46m | 7:07 AM - 7:43 AM | 5:17 PM - 5:53 PM |
| Feb 12 | 7:06 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 48m | 7:06 AM - 7:41 AM | 5:18 PM - 5:54 PM |
| Feb 13 | 7:05 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 50m | 7:05 AM - 7:40 AM | 5:19 PM - 5:55 PM |
| Feb 14 | 7:04 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 52m | 7:04 AM - 7:39 AM | 5:20 PM - 5:56 PM |
| Feb 15 | 7:03 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 54m | 7:03 AM - 7:38 AM | 5:21 PM - 5:57 PM |
| Feb 16 | 7:02 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 56m | 7:02 AM - 7:37 AM | 5:22 PM - 5:58 PM |
| Feb 17 | 7:00 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 58m | 7:00 AM - 7:36 AM | 5:23 PM - 5:59 PM |
| Feb 18 | 6:59 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 0m | 6:59 AM - 7:34 AM | 5:25 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Feb 19 | 6:58 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 3m | 6:58 AM - 7:33 AM | 5:26 PM - 6:01 PM |
| Feb 20 | 6:57 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 5m | 6:57 AM - 7:32 AM | 5:27 PM - 6:02 PM |
| Feb 21 | 6:56 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 7m | 6:56 AM - 7:31 AM | 5:28 PM - 6:03 PM |
| Feb 22 | 6:55 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 9m | 6:55 AM - 7:29 AM | 5:29 PM - 6:04 PM |
| Feb 23 | 6:53 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 11m | 6:53 AM - 7:28 AM | 5:30 PM - 6:04 PM |
| Feb 24 | 6:52 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 13m | 6:52 AM - 7:27 AM | 5:31 PM - 6:05 PM |
| Feb 25 | 6:51 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 16m | 6:51 AM - 7:25 AM | 5:32 PM - 6:06 PM |
| Feb 26 | 6:50 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 18m | 6:50 AM - 7:24 AM | 5:33 PM - 6:07 PM |
| Feb 27 | 6:48 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 20m | 6:48 AM - 7:23 AM | 5:34 PM - 6:08 PM |
| Feb 28 | 6:47 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 22m | 6:47 AM - 7:21 AM | 5:35 PM - 6:09 PM |
Last updated: January 13, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Raleigh 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 Raleigh, North Carolina, 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 Raleigh, North Carolina in February?
Today, the sun rises in Raleigh, North Carolina at 7:25 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Raleigh, North Carolina in February?
Today, the sun sets in Raleigh, North Carolina at 5:23 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout February, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Raleigh, North Carolina in February?
Today's daylight in Raleigh, North Carolina lasts about 9h 57m. As we move through February, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Raleigh, North Carolina?
Golden hour in Raleigh, North Carolina 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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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.