Riverside Sunrise & Sunset in December 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Riverside, California throughout December 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During December, the region experiences some of the shortest days of the year. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in December, when the sun's low angle creates warm, soft light. Understanding when these windows occur helps plan shoots and outdoor activities. Event planners and outdoor venue operators in Riverside depend on December's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in December brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Riverside, California. While the changes may seem small day-to-day, they accumulate throughout the month, creating noticeable differences from the first to the last day. The daily variations in sun times during December 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.

Key December Statistics

Earliest sunrise: December 1 at 6:37 AM
Latest sunrise: December 31 at 6:55 AM
Earliest sunset: December 1 at 4:42 PM
Latest sunset: December 31 at 4:50 PM
Day length change: -1h 10m from start to end of month

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

Daily Sun Times for December 2026

Date	Sunrise	Sunset	Day Length	Morning Golden Hour	Evening Golden Hour
Dec 1	6:37 AM	4:42 PM	10h 5m	6:37 AM - 7:14 AM	4:04 PM - 4:42 PM
Dec 2	6:38 AM	4:42 PM	10h 4m	6:38 AM - 7:15 AM	4:04 PM - 4:42 PM
Dec 3	6:39 AM	4:41 PM	10h 3m	6:39 AM - 7:16 AM	4:04 PM - 4:41 PM
Dec 4	6:39 AM	4:41 PM	10h 2m	6:39 AM - 7:17 AM	4:04 PM - 4:41 PM
Dec 5	6:40 AM	4:41 PM	10h 1m	6:40 AM - 7:18 AM	4:04 PM - 4:41 PM
Dec 6	6:41 AM	4:41 PM	10h 0m	6:41 AM - 7:19 AM	4:03 PM - 4:41 PM
Dec 7	6:42 AM	4:41 PM	9h 59m	6:42 AM - 7:20 AM	4:03 PM - 4:41 PM
Dec 8	6:43 AM	4:41 PM	9h 59m	6:43 AM - 7:21 AM	4:03 PM - 4:41 PM
Dec 9	6:43 AM	4:41 PM	9h 58m	6:43 AM - 7:21 AM	4:03 PM - 4:41 PM
Dec 10	6:44 AM	4:42 PM	9h 57m	6:44 AM - 7:22 AM	4:04 PM - 4:42 PM
Dec 11	6:45 AM	4:42 PM	9h 57m	6:45 AM - 7:23 AM	4:04 PM - 4:42 PM
Dec 12	6:46 AM	4:42 PM	9h 56m	6:46 AM - 7:24 AM	4:04 PM - 4:42 PM
Dec 13	6:46 AM	4:42 PM	9h 56m	6:46 AM - 7:25 AM	4:04 PM - 4:42 PM
Dec 14	6:47 AM	4:42 PM	9h 55m	6:47 AM - 7:25 AM	4:04 PM - 4:42 PM
Dec 15	6:48 AM	4:43 PM	9h 55m	6:48 AM - 7:26 AM	4:04 PM - 4:43 PM
Dec 16	6:48 AM	4:43 PM	9h 54m	6:48 AM - 7:27 AM	4:05 PM - 4:43 PM
Dec 17	6:49 AM	4:43 PM	9h 54m	6:49 AM - 7:27 AM	4:05 PM - 4:43 PM
Dec 18	6:50 AM	4:44 PM	9h 54m	6:50 AM - 7:28 AM	4:05 PM - 4:44 PM
Dec 19	6:50 AM	4:44 PM	9h 54m	6:50 AM - 7:29 AM	4:06 PM - 4:44 PM
Dec 20	6:51 AM	4:44 PM	9h 54m	6:51 AM - 7:29 AM	4:06 PM - 4:44 PM
Dec 21	6:51 AM	4:45 PM	9h 53m	6:51 AM - 7:30 AM	4:06 PM - 4:45 PM
Dec 22	6:52 AM	4:45 PM	9h 53m	6:52 AM - 7:30 AM	4:07 PM - 4:45 PM
Dec 23	6:52 AM	4:46 PM	9h 53m	6:52 AM - 7:31 AM	4:07 PM - 4:46 PM
Dec 24	6:53 AM	4:46 PM	9h 53m	6:53 AM - 7:31 AM	4:08 PM - 4:46 PM
Dec 25	6:53 AM	4:47 PM	9h 54m	6:53 AM - 7:32 AM	4:08 PM - 4:47 PM
Dec 26	6:54 AM	4:47 PM	9h 54m	6:54 AM - 7:32 AM	4:09 PM - 4:47 PM
Dec 27	6:54 AM	4:48 PM	9h 54m	6:54 AM - 7:32 AM	4:10 PM - 4:48 PM
Dec 28	6:54 AM	4:48 PM	9h 54m	6:54 AM - 7:33 AM	4:10 PM - 4:48 PM
Dec 29	6:55 AM	4:49 PM	9h 54m	6:55 AM - 7:33 AM	4:11 PM - 4:49 PM
Dec 30	6:55 AM	4:50 PM	9h 55m	6:55 AM - 7:33 AM	4:11 PM - 4:50 PM
Dec 31	6:55 AM	4:50 PM	9h 55m	6:55 AM - 7:33 AM	4:12 PM - 4:50 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

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About sunrise and sunset in Riverside in December

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through December as we move closer to the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Riverside, California, 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 December.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Riverside, California in December?

Today, the sun rises in Riverside, California at 6:56 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout December, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Riverside, California in December?

Today, the sun sets in Riverside, California at 5:02 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout December, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Riverside, California in December?

Today's daylight in Riverside, California lasts about 10h 6m. As we move through December, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Riverside, California?

Golden hour in Riverside, California 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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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.