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Waco, United States - Sunrise Time

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

Waco Sunrise TimeSeptember 1

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
7:05 AM – 7:38 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
America/Chicago

Sunrise times by month in Waco

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:29 AM5:48 PM10h 18m
February7:11 AM6:16 PM11h 4m
March7:40 AM7:37 PM11h 57m
April7:01 AM7:58 PM12h 56m
May6:33 AM8:19 PM13h 45m
June6:24 AM8:36 PM14h 11m
July6:35 AM8:35 PM14h 0m
August6:55 AM8:13 PM13h 18m
September7:13 AM7:36 PM12h 22m
October7:32 AM6:58 PM11h 25m
November6:57 AM5:31 PM10h 33m
December7:21 AM5:28 PM10h 6m

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Waco today?

Today's sunrise in Waco, United States is at 7:05 AM, giving 12h 48m of daylight before sunset at 7:54 PM.

What time is first light in Waco today?

First light in Waco begins at 6:40 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 7:05 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Waco?

The morning golden hour in Waco runs 7:05 AM – 7:38 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 Waco?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (7:05 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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