Sun Times in Rio Rico
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio Rico?
Sunrise in Rio Rico on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:51 AM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio Rico?
Sunset in Rio Rico on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:03 PM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio Rico?
Morning golden hour in Rio Rico ends at 6:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:30 PM.
How long is the day in Rio Rico?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Rio Rico there are 13 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio Rico?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio Rico at 12:27 PM (America/Phoenix). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rio Rico?
In Rio Rico, sunset is at 7:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:30 PM (America/Phoenix). Civil twilight ends at 7:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio Rico?
Twilight in Rio Rico lasts approximately 87 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 Rico?
The earliest sunrise in Rio Rico in 2026 is at 5:18 AM on June 6 (America/Phoenix). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rio Rico?
The latest sunset in Rio Rico in 2026 is at 7:32 PM on June 22 (America/Phoenix). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio Rico?
After sunset at 7:03 PM in Rio Rico, civil twilight ends at 7:29 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:30 PM (America/Phoenix).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio Rico 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 Rico
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio Rico on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 20m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 06m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 7:13 PM | 13h 46m |
| June | 5:18 AM | 7:30 PM | 14h 11m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 7:29 PM | 14h 00m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 17m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 6:27 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 33m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 07m |
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