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Sun Times in Riacho dos Machados
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Riacho dos Machados?
Sunrise in Riacho dos Machados on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Riacho dos Machados?
Sunset in Riacho dos Machados on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 5:45 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Riacho dos Machados?
Morning golden hour in Riacho dos Machados ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:16 PM.
How long is the day in Riacho dos Machados?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Riacho dos Machados there are 11 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Riacho dos Machados?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Riacho dos Machados at 11:54 AM (America/Sao_Paulo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Riacho dos Machados?
In Riacho dos Machados, sunset is at 5:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:57 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). Civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Riacho dos Machados?
Twilight in Riacho dos Machados lasts approximately 72 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 dos Machados?
The earliest sunrise in Riacho dos Machados in 2026 is at 5:10 AM on November 16 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Riacho dos Machados?
The latest sunset in Riacho dos Machados in 2026 is at 6:30 PM on January 10 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Riacho dos Machados?
After sunset at 5:45 PM in Riacho dos Machados, civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:57 PM (America/Sao_Paulo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Riacho dos Machados 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 dos Machados
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Riacho dos Machados on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:32 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 58m |
| February | 5:48 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 36m |
| March | 5:55 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 44m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 22m |
| June | 6:17 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 11m |
| July | 6:20 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 16m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 34m |
| September | 5:47 AM | 5:47 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:24 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 27m |
| November | 5:11 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 52m |
| December | 5:15 AM | 6:19 PM | 13h 05m |