Sun Times in Riacho da Cruz
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Riacho da Cruz?
Sunrise in Riacho da Cruz on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:34 AM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Riacho da Cruz?
Sunset in Riacho da Cruz on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:32 PM (America/Fortaleza). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Riacho da Cruz?
Morning golden hour in Riacho da Cruz ends at 6:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:04 PM.
How long is the day in Riacho da Cruz?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Riacho da Cruz there are 11 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Riacho da Cruz?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Riacho da Cruz at 11:33 AM (America/Fortaleza). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Riacho da Cruz?
In Riacho da Cruz, sunset is at 5:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:42 PM (America/Fortaleza). Civil twilight ends at 5:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Riacho da Cruz?
Twilight in Riacho da Cruz lasts approximately 70 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 Riacho da Cruz?
The earliest sunrise in Riacho da Cruz in 2026 is at 5:04 AM on November 7 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Riacho da Cruz?
The latest sunset in Riacho da Cruz in 2026 is at 5:56 PM on January 28 (America/Fortaleza). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Riacho da Cruz?
After sunset at 5:32 PM in Riacho da Cruz, civil twilight ends at 5:53 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:42 PM (America/Fortaleza).
What these times mean
Solar times in Riacho da Cruz 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 Riacho da Cruz
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Riacho da Cruz on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:28 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 26m |
| February | 5:37 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 17m |
| March | 5:36 AM | 5:44 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 5:32 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 58m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 51m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 47m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 49m |
| August | 5:38 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 55m |
| September | 5:24 AM | 5:29 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 5:10 AM | 5:24 PM | 12h 14m |
| November | 5:04 AM | 5:28 PM | 12h 23m |
| December | 5:12 AM | 5:41 PM | 12h 28m |
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