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Sunrise and sunset in Norfolk, United States
Wednesday, October 14
Golden hour: 7:12 AM–7:47 AM and 5:56 PM–6:31 PM
Times are local time in Norfolk. Current time in Norfolk →
Sunrise and sunset in Norfolk through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 7:01 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 49m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 7:13 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 17m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:30 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 40m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:44 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 13m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 7:00 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 50m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 7:12 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 39m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:19 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 41m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:18 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 54m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 7:08 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 22m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:55 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 51m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:37 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 22m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 7:17 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 55m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:52 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 35m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:32 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 7m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:12 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 42m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:59 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 8m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 5:49 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 31m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 5:46 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 40m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 5:50 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 39m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:58 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 27m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:11 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 2m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:23 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 36m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:37 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 59m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:48 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 27m |
Calculated for 36.85°N, 76.29°W, including daylight saving time where Norfolk uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Norfolk this year
- Longest day: June 21 (14h 41m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (9h 38m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:46 AM on June 10
- Latest sunset: 8:29 PM on June 22
Questions
What time is sunrise in Norfolk today?
On October 14, the sun rises at 7:12 AM and sets at 6:31 PM in Norfolk, giving 11 hours 19 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Norfolk?
The longest day in Norfolk in 2026 is June 21, with 14 hours 41 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Norfolk?
The shortest day in Norfolk in 2026 is December 22, with 9 hours 38 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Norfolk?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:46 AM on June 10, and the latest sunset is 8:29 PM on June 22. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Norfolk?
Today, golden hour in Norfolk is from sunrise (7:12 AM) to 7:47 AM in the morning, and from 5:56 PM to sunset (6:31 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.