Quick answer· Is Starlink slow at night?
It can be. Starlink says peak hours are typically 6 pm–11 pm local time, when speeds may vary or be slower. How much slower depends on your area.
Morning vs evening, by county
Every speed test on the report form carries a time band: morning, afternoon, evening or overnight. No county has enough tests in each band yet, so there is no comparison to show.
Testing fairly
- Run one test in the morning and one between 6 and 11 pm, on the same device and spot.
- Pause other downloads and streaming while testing.
- Note the obstruction % in the Starlink app.
Add an evening test
Evening tests are the ones people care about most. Choose 'Evening (6 pm–midnight)' for the time band.
Sources
- Starlink support: Slow Speeds - Outside/During Peak Hours: page modified Apr 9, 2026 (retrieved Oct 5, 2026)