Riverside Sunrise & Sunset in July 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Riverside, California throughout July 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During July, the region experiences some of the longest days of the year. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in July, 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 July's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in July 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 July 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 July Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: July 1 at 5:42 AM
  • Latest sunrise: July 31 at 6:00 AM
  • Earliest sunset: July 1 at 8:05 PM
  • Latest sunset: July 31 at 7:53 PM
  • Day length change: -1h 30m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for July 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Jul 15:42 AM8:05 PM14h 23m5:42 AM - 6:19 AM7:29 PM - 8:05 PM
Jul 25:43 AM8:05 PM14h 23m5:43 AM - 6:20 AM7:29 PM - 8:05 PM
Jul 35:43 AM8:05 PM14h 22m5:43 AM - 6:20 AM7:29 PM - 8:05 PM
Jul 45:44 AM8:05 PM14h 22m5:44 AM - 6:20 AM7:29 PM - 8:05 PM
Jul 55:44 AM8:05 PM14h 21m5:44 AM - 6:21 AM7:28 PM - 8:05 PM
Jul 65:45 AM8:05 PM14h 20m5:45 AM - 6:21 AM7:28 PM - 8:05 PM
Jul 75:45 AM8:05 PM14h 20m5:45 AM - 6:22 AM7:28 PM - 8:05 PM
Jul 85:46 AM8:05 PM14h 19m5:46 AM - 6:22 AM7:28 PM - 8:05 PM
Jul 95:46 AM8:04 PM14h 18m5:46 AM - 6:23 AM7:28 PM - 8:04 PM
Jul 105:47 AM8:04 PM14h 18m5:47 AM - 6:23 AM7:28 PM - 8:04 PM
Jul 115:47 AM8:04 PM14h 17m5:47 AM - 6:24 AM7:27 PM - 8:04 PM
Jul 125:48 AM8:04 PM14h 16m5:48 AM - 6:24 AM7:27 PM - 8:04 PM
Jul 135:48 AM8:03 PM14h 15m5:48 AM - 6:25 AM7:27 PM - 8:03 PM
Jul 145:49 AM8:03 PM14h 14m5:49 AM - 6:25 AM7:27 PM - 8:03 PM
Jul 155:50 AM8:03 PM14h 13m5:50 AM - 6:26 AM7:26 PM - 8:03 PM
Jul 165:50 AM8:02 PM14h 12m5:50 AM - 6:26 AM7:26 PM - 8:02 PM
Jul 175:51 AM8:02 PM14h 11m5:51 AM - 6:27 AM7:26 PM - 8:02 PM
Jul 185:51 AM8:01 PM14h 10m5:51 AM - 6:27 AM7:25 PM - 8:01 PM
Jul 195:52 AM8:01 PM14h 9m5:52 AM - 6:28 AM7:25 PM - 8:01 PM
Jul 205:53 AM8:00 PM14h 8m5:53 AM - 6:29 AM7:24 PM - 8:00 PM
Jul 215:53 AM8:00 PM14h 6m5:53 AM - 6:29 AM7:24 PM - 8:00 PM
Jul 225:54 AM7:59 PM14h 5m5:54 AM - 6:30 AM7:23 PM - 7:59 PM
Jul 235:55 AM7:59 PM14h 4m5:55 AM - 6:30 AM7:23 PM - 7:59 PM
Jul 245:55 AM7:58 PM14h 3m5:55 AM - 6:31 AM7:22 PM - 7:58 PM
Jul 255:56 AM7:57 PM14h 1m5:56 AM - 6:32 AM7:22 PM - 7:57 PM
Jul 265:57 AM7:57 PM14h 0m5:57 AM - 6:32 AM7:21 PM - 7:57 PM
Jul 275:58 AM7:56 PM13h 59m5:58 AM - 6:33 AM7:21 PM - 7:56 PM
Jul 285:58 AM7:55 PM13h 57m5:58 AM - 6:34 AM7:20 PM - 7:55 PM
Jul 295:59 AM7:55 PM13h 56m5:59 AM - 6:34 AM7:19 PM - 7:55 PM
Jul 306:00 AM7:54 PM13h 54m6:00 AM - 6:35 AM7:19 PM - 7:54 PM
Jul 316:00 AM7:53 PM13h 53m6:00 AM - 6:36 AM7:18 PM - 7:53 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Riverside in July

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through July as we move farther from 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 July.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Riverside, California in July?

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

What time is sunset in Riverside, California in July?

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

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

Today's daylight in Riverside, California lasts about 10h 6m. As we move through July, 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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How People Use This Information

People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.

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.