Today in Porto Alegre, Brazil, the sun rises at 5:59 AM and sets at 6:29 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 29m of daylight. That is 2 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Porto Alegre is currently in its Spring season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Porto Alegre
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Porto Alegre runs from N/A to 6:31 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:57 PM and lasts until 6:29 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Porto Alegre sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Porto Alegre falls exactly at 12:14 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.82 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Porto Alegre today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Porto Alegre?
At Porto Alegre's latitude of -30.0324999°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 250.75° (WSW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Porto Alegre are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -30.0324999, -51.2303767. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Porto Alegre (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Porto Alegre versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:59 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 29m |
| 2025 | 5:59 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 30m |
| 2021 | 5:59 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 30m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Porto Alegre today?
In Porto Alegre, the sun rises at exactly 5:59 AM and sets at 6:29 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 29m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Porto Alegre today?
Today, morning golden hour in Porto Alegre runs from N/A to 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:57 PM and lasts until 6:26 PM.
Why does sunrise in Porto Alegre shift every day?
At Porto Alegre's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 250.75° (WSW). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Porto Alegre at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:14 PM when the sun reaches 37.82. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Porto Alegre today.
Has the sunrise time in Porto Alegre changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 5:59 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:59 AM.