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Houston, United States - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Houston? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Houston, 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.

Houston Sunrise TimeAugust 27

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:57 AM – 7:29 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Chicago

Sunrise times by month in Houston

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:18 AM5:45 PM10h 26m
February7:02 AM6:11 PM11h 8m
March7:32 AM7:30 PM11h 58m
April6:55 AM7:49 PM12h 53m
May6:29 AM8:08 PM13h 38m
June6:21 AM8:24 PM14h 2m
July6:32 AM8:24 PM13h 52m
August6:50 AM8:04 PM13h 13m
September7:07 AM7:28 PM12h 21m
October7:24 AM6:52 PM11h 28m
November6:47 AM5:27 PM10h 39m
December7:10 AM5:25 PM10h 14m

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Houston today?

Today's sunrise in Houston, United States is at 6:57 AM, giving 12h 54m of daylight before sunset at 7:51 PM.

What time is first light in Houston today?

First light in Houston begins at 6:32 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:57 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Houston?

The morning golden hour in Houston runs 6:57 AM – 7:29 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 Houston?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:57 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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