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Albuquerque, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Albuquerque? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Albuquerque, United States, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Albuquerque Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:41 AM – 7:15 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Denver

Sunrise times by month in Albuquerque

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:15 AM5:18 PM10h 3m
February6:54 AM5:50 PM10h 56m
March7:18 AM7:15 PM11h 56m
April6:35 AM7:39 PM13h 4m
May6:04 AM8:04 PM14h 0m
June5:53 AM8:23 PM14h 30m
July6:04 AM8:22 PM14h 17m
August6:27 AM7:57 PM13h 29m
September6:50 AM7:15 PM12h 24m
October7:13 AM6:33 PM11h 19m
November6:42 AM5:02 PM10h 19m
December7:08 AM4:57 PM9h 48m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Albuquerque today?

Today's sunrise in Albuquerque, United States is at 6:41 AM, giving 12h 52m of daylight before sunset at 7:34 PM.

What time is first light in Albuquerque today?

First light in Albuquerque begins at 6:15 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:41 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Albuquerque?

The morning golden hour in Albuquerque runs 6:41 AM – 7:15 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Albuquerque?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:41 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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