Sun Times in Rio Grande City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio Grande City?
Sunrise in Rio Grande City on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:08 AM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio Grande City?
Sunset in Rio Grande City on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:10 PM (America/Chicago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio Grande City?
Morning golden hour in Rio Grande City ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in Rio Grande City?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Rio Grande City there are 13 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio Grande City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio Grande City at 1:39 PM (America/Chicago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rio Grande City?
In Rio Grande City, sunset is at 8:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (America/Chicago). Civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio Grande City?
Twilight in Rio Grande City lasts approximately 82 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 Grande City?
The earliest sunrise in Rio Grande City in 2026 is at 6:41 AM on June 7 (America/Chicago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rio Grande City?
The latest sunset in Rio Grande City in 2026 is at 8:32 PM on June 28 (America/Chicago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio Grande City?
After sunset at 8:10 PM in Rio Grande City, civil twilight ends at 8:34 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (America/Chicago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio Grande City 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 Grande City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio Grande City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 40m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 17m |
| March | 7:44 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 7:11 AM | 7:59 PM | 12h 47m |
| May | 6:48 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 27m |
| June | 6:42 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 47m |
| July | 6:52 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 38m |
| August | 7:07 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 04m |
| September | 7:21 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 33m |
| November | 6:54 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 51m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 30m |
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