Today in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the sun rises at 6:14 AM and sets at 5:40 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 25m of daylight. That is 1 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Rio de Janeiro is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Rio de Janeiro
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Rio de Janeiro runs from N/A to 6:45 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:09 PM and lasts until 5:40 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Rio de Janeiro's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Rio de Janeiro falls exactly at 11:57 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 34.37 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 Rio de Janeiro today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Rio de Janeiro?
At Rio de Janeiro's latitude of -22.9110137°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 235.50° (SW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Rio de Janeiro are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -22.9110137, -43.2093727. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Rio de Janeiro (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 Rio de Janeiro versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:14 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 25m |
| 2025 | 6:14 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 26m |
| 2021 | 6:14 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 26m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Rio de Janeiro today?
In Rio de Janeiro, the sun rises at exactly 6:14 AM and sets at 5:40 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 25m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Rio de Janeiro today?
Today, morning golden hour in Rio de Janeiro runs from N/A to 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:09 PM and lasts until 5:37 PM.
Why does sunrise in Rio de Janeiro shift every day?
At Rio de Janeiro's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 235.50° (SW). 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 Rio de Janeiro at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:57 AM when the sun reaches 34.37. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Rio de Janeiro today.
Has the sunrise time in Rio de Janeiro 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 6:14 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:14 AM.