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Sun Times in Rio Linda
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio Linda?
Sunrise in Rio Linda on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio Linda?
Sunset in Rio Linda on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 7:44 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio Linda?
Morning golden hour in Rio Linda ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:08 PM.
How long is the day in Rio Linda?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Rio Linda there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio Linda?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio Linda at 1:07 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 Linda?
In Rio Linda, sunset is at 7:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:19 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio Linda?
Twilight in Rio Linda lasts approximately 95 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 Linda?
The earliest sunrise in Rio Linda in 2026 is at 5:40 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 Linda?
The latest sunset in Rio Linda in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 21 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio Linda?
After sunset at 7:44 PM in Rio Linda, civil twilight ends at 8:12 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:19 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio Linda 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 Linda
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio Linda on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 18m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 5:53 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 04m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 29m |