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Riverside, United States - Sunrise Time

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

Riverside Sunrise TimeSeptember 1

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:24 AM – 6:57 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles

Sunrise times by month in Riverside

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January6:55 AM5:04 PM10h 8m
February6:35 AM5:34 PM10h 58m
March7:01 AM6:58 PM11h 56m
April6:19 AM7:21 PM13h 1m
May5:49 AM7:45 PM13h 55m
June5:39 AM8:03 PM14h 24m
July5:50 AM8:02 PM14h 12m
August6:12 AM7:38 PM13h 25m
September6:34 AM6:58 PM12h 24m
October6:55 AM6:17 PM11h 21m
November6:23 AM4:47 PM10h 24m
December6:48 AM4:43 PM9h 54m

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Riverside today?

Today's sunrise in Riverside, United States is at 6:24 AM, giving 12h 52m of daylight before sunset at 7:17 PM.

What time is first light in Riverside today?

First light in Riverside begins at 5:59 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:24 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Riverside?

The morning golden hour in Riverside runs 6:24 AM – 6:57 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 Riverside?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:24 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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