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Sun Times in La Rioja
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in La Rioja?
Sunrise in La Rioja on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:42 AM (America/Argentina/La_Rioja). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in La Rioja?
Sunset in La Rioja on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:12 PM (America/Argentina/La_Rioja). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in La Rioja?
Morning golden hour in La Rioja ends at 8:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:41 PM.
How long is the day in La Rioja?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in La Rioja there are 11 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in La Rioja?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in La Rioja at 1:27 PM (America/Argentina/La_Rioja). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in La Rioja?
In La Rioja, sunset is at 7:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:32 PM (America/Argentina/La_Rioja). Civil twilight ends at 7:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in La Rioja?
Twilight in La Rioja lasts approximately 79 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in La Rioja?
The earliest sunrise in La Rioja in 2026 is at 6:19 AM on December 1 (America/Argentina/La_Rioja). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in La Rioja?
The latest sunset in La Rioja in 2026 is at 8:31 PM on January 3 (America/Argentina/La_Rioja). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in La Rioja?
After sunset at 7:12 PM in La Rioja, civil twilight ends at 7:36 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:32 PM (America/Argentina/La_Rioja).
What these times mean
Solar times in La Rioja shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in La Rioja
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in La Rioja on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:42 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 49m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 05m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 7:46 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 22m |
| May | 8:04 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 39m |
| June | 8:19 AM | 6:36 PM | 10h 16m |
| July | 8:20 AM | 6:46 PM | 10h 26m |
| August | 8:00 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 04m |
| September | 7:25 AM | 7:20 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 6:49 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 47m |
| November | 6:24 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 36m |
| December | 6:22 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 01m |