Today in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, the sun rises at 5:37 AM and sets at 5:26 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 48m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Rio Grande do Norte is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Rio Grande do Norte
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Rio Grande do Norte runs from N/A to 6:07 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:56 PM and lasts until 5:26 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Rio Grande do Norte's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Rio Grande do Norte falls exactly at 11:31 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.49 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 Grande do Norte today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Rio Grande do Norte?
At Rio Grande do Norte's latitude of -5.6781175°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 231.20° (SW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Rio Grande do Norte are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -5.6781175, -36.4781776. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Rio Grande do Norte (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 Grande do Norte versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:37 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 48m |
| 2025 | 5:37 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 48m |
| 2021 | 5:37 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 48m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Rio Grande do Norte today?
In Rio Grande do Norte, the sun rises at exactly 5:37 AM and sets at 5:26 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 48m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Rio Grande do Norte today?
Today, morning golden hour in Rio Grande do Norte runs from N/A to 6:07 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:56 PM and lasts until 5:23 PM.
Why does sunrise in Rio Grande do Norte shift every day?
At Rio Grande do Norte's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 231.20° (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 Grande do Norte at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:31 AM when the sun reaches 43.49. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Rio Grande do Norte today.
Has the sunrise time in Rio Grande do Norte 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 5:37 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:37 AM.