Sun Times in Riverside
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Riverside?
Sunrise in Riverside on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Riverside?
Sunset in Riverside on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Riverside?
Morning golden hour in Riverside ends at 6:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Riverside?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Riverside there are 13 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Riverside?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Riverside at 1:11 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Riverside?
In Riverside, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Riverside?
Twilight in Riverside lasts approximately 100 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 Riverside?
The earliest sunrise in Riverside in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 8 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Riverside?
The latest sunset in Riverside in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 25 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Riverside?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Riverside, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Riverside 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 Riverside
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Riverside on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 43m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 45m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 55m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 40m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 42m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 7:16 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 25m |
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