Sun Times in Rio Rancho
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio Rancho?
Sunrise in Rio Rancho on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio Rancho?
Sunset in Rio Rancho on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:41 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio Rancho?
Morning golden hour in Rio Rancho ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:07 PM.
How long is the day in Rio Rancho?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Rio Rancho there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio Rancho?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio Rancho at 1:08 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rio Rancho?
In Rio Rancho, sunset is at 7:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:10 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio Rancho?
Twilight in Rio Rancho lasts approximately 89 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 Rancho?
The earliest sunrise in Rio Rancho in 2026 is at 5:51 AM on June 7 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rio Rancho?
The latest sunset in Rio Rancho in 2026 is at 8:25 PM on June 24 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio Rancho?
After sunset at 7:41 PM in Rio Rancho, civil twilight ends at 8:07 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:10 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio Rancho 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 Rancho
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio Rancho on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:02 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 02m |
| June | 5:51 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:12 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 48m |
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