Zone Name
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
UTC Offset
UTC -4
DST starts
Mar 8, 2026
DST ends
Nov 1, 2026
Difference
−4 h
Analog Clock
12
3
6
9
Sun & Moon
New Moon
0% Illuminated
Day Length: --h --m
Sunrise
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Sunset
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Moonrise
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Moonset
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Chesapeake Time Guide
This world clock page gives you a live second-by-second time view for Chesapeake, plus sunrise, sunset, moon phase, and timezone details.
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Quick FAQ
What time is it right now in Chesapeake?
The current local time in Chesapeake updates live on this page. The timezone is Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), with a UTC offset of UTC -4.
What timezone is Chesapeake in?
Chesapeake currently uses the Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) timezone (UTC -4). The offset can change when daylight saving starts or ends.
What are today's sunrise and sunset times in Chesapeake?
You can find today's sunrise and sunset times for Chesapeake in the Sun & Moon section, together with day length and moon details.
Does Chesapeake observe daylight saving time?
This page shows whether Chesapeake observes DST this year, including the next start and end dates when applicable, next to the live clock metrics.
How can I compare nearby cities in Virginia?
Use the Nearby Cities list for Virginia to quickly switch between cities and compare local times and daylight conditions.
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Live local time in Chesapeake, Virginia, United States. Updated every second with timezone and daylight details.
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