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Sun Times in Rio Bravo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio Bravo?
Sunrise in Rio Bravo on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:09 AM (America/Matamoros). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio Bravo?
Sunset in Rio Bravo on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (America/Matamoros). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio Bravo?
Morning golden hour in Rio Bravo ends at 7:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in Rio Bravo?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Rio Bravo there are 13 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio Bravo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio Bravo at 1:41 PM (America/Matamoros). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rio Bravo?
In Rio Bravo, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:36 PM (America/Matamoros). Civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio Bravo?
Twilight in Rio Bravo lasts approximately 83 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 Rio Bravo?
The earliest sunrise in Rio Bravo in 2026 is at 6:42 AM on June 2 (America/Matamoros). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rio Bravo?
The latest sunset in Rio Bravo in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on July 1 (America/Matamoros). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio Bravo?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Rio Bravo, civil twilight ends at 8:37 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:36 PM (America/Matamoros).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio Bravo 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 Rio Bravo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio Bravo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 37m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 15m |
| March | 7:47 AM | 7:46 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 7:13 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 49m |
| May | 6:49 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 30m |
| June | 6:42 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 52m |
| July | 6:52 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 42m |
| August | 7:08 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 06m |
| September | 7:23 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 48m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 26m |