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Sun Times in Rio Verde
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rio Verde?
Sunrise in Rio Verde on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:49 AM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rio Verde?
Sunset in Rio Verde on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:11 PM (America/Phoenix). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rio Verde?
Morning golden hour in Rio Verde ends at 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:37 PM.
How long is the day in Rio Verde?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Rio Verde there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rio Verde?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rio Verde at 12:30 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 Verde?
In Rio Verde, sunset is at 7:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:41 PM (America/Phoenix). Civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rio Verde?
Twilight in Rio Verde lasts approximately 90 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 Verde?
The earliest sunrise in Rio Verde in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on June 7 (America/Phoenix). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rio Verde?
The latest sunset in Rio Verde in 2026 is at 7:41 PM on June 24 (America/Phoenix). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rio Verde?
After sunset at 7:11 PM in Rio Verde, civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:41 PM (America/Phoenix).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rio Verde 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 Verde
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rio Verde on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 10m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 6:36 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 55m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 7:38 PM | 14h 23m |
| July | 5:27 AM | 7:37 PM | 14h 10m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 24m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:31 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 25m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 56m |