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Sun Times in Rio Dell
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio Dell?
Sunrise in Rio Dell on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio Dell?
Sunset in Rio Dell on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio Dell?
Morning golden hour in Rio Dell ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Rio Dell?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Rio Dell there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio Dell?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio Dell at 1:19 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rio Dell?
In Rio Dell, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:48 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio Dell?
Twilight in Rio Dell lasts approximately 101 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 Dell?
The earliest sunrise in Rio Dell in 2026 is at 5:45 AM on June 8 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rio Dell?
The latest sunset in Rio Dell in 2026 is at 8:51 PM on June 25 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio Dell?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Rio Dell, civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:48 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio Dell 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 Dell
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio Dell on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:37 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 37m |
| February | 7:09 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:23 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:59 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 27m |
| June | 5:45 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 03m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 47m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 46m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 7:03 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 56m |
| December | 7:32 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 18m |