Sun Times in Rio Terrace
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio Terrace?
Sunrise in Rio Terrace on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio Terrace?
Sunset in Rio Terrace on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:02 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio Terrace?
Morning golden hour in Rio Terrace ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:13 PM.
How long is the day in Rio Terrace?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Rio Terrace there are 14 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio Terrace?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio Terrace at 1:38 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rio Terrace?
In Rio Terrace, sunset is at 9:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:38 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio Terrace?
Twilight in Rio Terrace lasts approximately 156 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 Terrace?
The earliest sunrise in Rio Terrace in 2026 is at 5:04 AM on June 14 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rio Terrace?
The latest sunset in Rio Terrace in 2026 is at 10:07 PM on June 19 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio Terrace?
After sunset at 9:02 PM in Rio Terrace, civil twilight ends at 9:41 PM — about 40 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:38 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio Terrace 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 Terrace
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio Terrace on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:42 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 04m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 5:45 PM | 9h 53m |
| March | 7:48 AM | 7:38 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 02m |
| May | 5:33 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 56m |
| June | 5:04 AM | 10:05 PM | 17h 01m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 9:55 PM | 16h 31m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 48m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 8:01 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 36m |
| November | 8:00 AM | 4:36 PM | 8h 36m |
| December | 8:44 AM | 4:14 PM | 7h 30m |
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