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Sun Times in Rio do Prado
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio do Prado?
Sunrise in Rio do Prado on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio do Prado?
Sunset in Rio do Prado on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:35 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio do Prado?
Morning golden hour in Rio do Prado ends at 6:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:06 PM.
How long is the day in Rio do Prado?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Rio do Prado there are 11 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio do Prado?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio do Prado at 11:44 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 Rio do Prado?
In Rio do Prado, sunset is at 5:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:47 PM (America/Sao_Paulo). Civil twilight ends at 5:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio do Prado?
Twilight in Rio do Prado 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 Rio do Prado?
The earliest sunrise in Rio do Prado in 2026 is at 4:59 AM on November 17 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rio do Prado?
The latest sunset in Rio do Prado in 2026 is at 6:22 PM on January 18 (America/Sao_Paulo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio do Prado?
After sunset at 5:35 PM in Rio do Prado, civil twilight ends at 5:57 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:47 PM (America/Sao_Paulo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio do Prado 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 do Prado
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio do Prado on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:21 AM | 6:21 PM | 13h 00m |
| February | 5:37 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 38m |
| March | 5:45 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 12m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 43m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 5:18 PM | 11h 20m |
| June | 6:08 AM | 5:17 PM | 11h 09m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 14m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 33m |
| September | 5:37 AM | 5:37 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:14 AM | 5:42 PM | 12h 28m |
| November | 5:00 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 54m |
| December | 5:04 AM | 6:10 PM | 13h 07m |