El Paso Sunrise & Sunset in March 2026
CST • 31.7619°N, 106.4850°W
Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band
Last updated: February 23, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for El Paso, Texas throughout March 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. March marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in March offer distinct advantages. Morning light tends to be crisp and clear, while evening light often carries warmer tones, making each period valuable for different types of photography and activities. Residents of El Paso use March's sun time data for everyday planning. Morning commuters check sunrise times, while evening joggers and cyclists rely on sunset times to plan safe routes before darkness falls. The precise timing of sunrise and sunset in El Paso during March depends on the city's specific coordinates and the Earth's position. Our calculations account for these factors to provide accurate, location-specific data. The daily variations in sun times during March may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.
March is a seasonal transition month for El Paso in the Northern Hemisphere. Daylight length changes more noticeably now, with sunrise and sunset shifting week by week as the sun moves between solstice extremes.
March daylight summary
- Sunrise shifts 23m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Sunset shifts 1h 20m later from the start to the end of the month.
- Total daylight changes by 59m longer by month end.
Key March Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: March 1 at 7:35 AM
- Latest sunrise: March 31 at 7:58 AM
- Earliest sunset: March 1 at 7:04 PM
- Latest sunset: March 31 at 8:24 PM
- Day length change: +0h 59m from start to end of month
March averages
- Average sunrise: 8:01 AM
- Average sunset: 7:59 PM
- Average day length: 11h 58m
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for March 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1 | 7:35 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 28m | 7:35 AM - 8:08 AM | 6:31 PM - 7:04 PM |
| Mar 2 | 7:34 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 30m | 7:34 AM - 8:07 AM | 6:32 PM - 7:04 PM |
| Mar 3 | 7:33 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 32m | 7:33 AM - 8:06 AM | 6:33 PM - 7:05 PM |
| Mar 4 | 7:32 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 34m | 7:32 AM - 8:04 AM | 6:33 PM - 7:06 PM |
| Mar 5 | 7:31 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 36m | 7:31 AM - 8:03 AM | 6:34 PM - 7:07 PM |
| Mar 6 | 7:29 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 38m | 7:29 AM - 8:02 AM | 6:35 PM - 7:07 PM |
| Mar 7 | 7:28 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 40m | 7:28 AM - 8:01 AM | 6:36 PM - 7:08 PM |
| Mar 8 | 7:27 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 42m | 7:27 AM - 7:59 AM | 6:36 PM - 7:09 PM |
| Mar 9 | 8:26 AM | 8:10 PM | 11h 44m | 8:26 AM - 8:58 AM | 7:37 PM - 8:10 PM |
| Mar 10 | 8:24 AM | 8:10 PM | 11h 46m | 8:24 AM - 8:57 AM | 7:38 PM - 8:10 PM |
| Mar 11 | 8:23 AM | 8:11 PM | 11h 48m | 8:23 AM - 8:56 AM | 7:39 PM - 8:11 PM |
| Mar 12 | 8:22 AM | 8:12 PM | 11h 50m | 8:22 AM - 8:54 AM | 7:39 PM - 8:12 PM |
| Mar 13 | 8:21 AM | 8:12 PM | 11h 52m | 8:21 AM - 8:53 AM | 7:40 PM - 8:12 PM |
| Mar 14 | 8:19 AM | 8:13 PM | 11h 54m | 8:19 AM - 8:52 AM | 7:41 PM - 8:13 PM |
| Mar 15 | 8:18 AM | 8:14 PM | 11h 56m | 8:18 AM - 8:50 AM | 7:42 PM - 8:14 PM |
| Mar 16 | 8:17 AM | 8:14 PM | 11h 58m | 8:17 AM - 8:49 AM | 7:42 PM - 8:14 PM |
| Mar 17 | 8:16 AM | 8:15 PM | 11h 59m | 8:16 AM - 8:48 AM | 7:43 PM - 8:15 PM |
| Mar 18 | 8:14 AM | 8:16 PM | 12h 1m | 8:14 AM - 8:47 AM | 7:44 PM - 8:16 PM |
| Mar 19 | 8:13 AM | 8:17 PM | 12h 3m | 8:13 AM - 8:45 AM | 7:44 PM - 8:17 PM |
| Mar 20 | 8:12 AM | 8:17 PM | 12h 5m | 8:12 AM - 8:44 AM | 7:45 PM - 8:17 PM |
| Mar 21 | 8:11 AM | 8:18 PM | 12h 7m | 8:11 AM - 8:43 AM | 7:46 PM - 8:18 PM |
| Mar 22 | 8:09 AM | 8:19 PM | 12h 9m | 8:09 AM - 8:41 AM | 7:46 PM - 8:19 PM |
| Mar 23 | 8:08 AM | 8:19 PM | 12h 11m | 8:08 AM - 8:40 AM | 7:47 PM - 8:19 PM |
| Mar 24 | 8:07 AM | 8:20 PM | 12h 13m | 8:07 AM - 8:39 AM | 7:48 PM - 8:20 PM |
| Mar 25 | 8:05 AM | 8:21 PM | 12h 15m | 8:05 AM - 8:38 AM | 7:48 PM - 8:21 PM |
| Mar 26 | 8:04 AM | 8:21 PM | 12h 17m | 8:04 AM - 8:36 AM | 7:49 PM - 8:21 PM |
| Mar 27 | 8:03 AM | 8:22 PM | 12h 19m | 8:03 AM - 8:35 AM | 7:50 PM - 8:22 PM |
| Mar 28 | 8:01 AM | 8:22 PM | 12h 21m | 8:01 AM - 8:34 AM | 7:50 PM - 8:22 PM |
| Mar 29 | 8:00 AM | 8:23 PM | 12h 23m | 8:00 AM - 8:32 AM | 7:51 PM - 8:23 PM |
| Mar 30 | 7:59 AM | 8:24 PM | 12h 25m | 7:59 AM - 8:31 AM | 7:52 PM - 8:24 PM |
| Mar 31 | 7:58 AM | 8:24 PM | 12h 27m | 7:58 AM - 8:30 AM | 7:52 PM - 8:24 PM |
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in El Paso in March
Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through March as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for El Paso, Texas, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.
You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.
Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in March.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in El Paso, Texas in March?
Today, the sun rises in El Paso, Texas at 7:41 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout March, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in El Paso, Texas in March?
Today, the sun sets in El Paso, Texas at 7:00 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout March, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in El Paso, Texas in March?
Today's daylight in El Paso, Texas lasts about 11h 19m. As we move through March, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in El Paso, Texas?
Golden hour in El Paso, Texas refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.
How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?
Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.
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Data Source & Accuracy
Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.