Riverside Sunrise & Sunset in March 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Riverside, California throughout March 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. The daylight characteristics of March in Riverside reflect the equinox periods. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During March, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Riverside benefit from accurate March sun times when planning activities like hiking, running, cycling, and beach visits. Understanding when daylight begins and ends helps ensure safety and maximizes enjoyment. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, understanding March's sun time patterns in Riverside, California enhances your ability to plan and enjoy activities. The month's daylight characteristics are part of what makes the location unique. 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.

Key March Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: March 1 at 6:20 AM
  • Latest sunrise: March 31 at 6:40 AM
  • Earliest sunset: March 1 at 5:46 PM
  • Latest sunset: March 31 at 7:09 PM
  • Day length change: +1h 4m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for March 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Mar 16:20 AM5:46 PM11h 25m6:20 AM - 6:54 AM5:12 PM - 5:46 PM
Mar 26:19 AM5:47 PM11h 27m6:19 AM - 6:53 AM5:13 PM - 5:47 PM
Mar 36:18 AM5:47 PM11h 29m6:18 AM - 6:51 AM5:14 PM - 5:47 PM
Mar 46:17 AM5:48 PM11h 32m6:17 AM - 6:50 AM5:15 PM - 5:48 PM
Mar 56:15 AM5:49 PM11h 34m6:15 AM - 6:49 AM5:16 PM - 5:49 PM
Mar 66:14 AM5:50 PM11h 36m6:14 AM - 6:48 AM5:17 PM - 5:50 PM
Mar 76:13 AM5:51 PM11h 38m6:13 AM - 6:46 AM5:17 PM - 5:51 PM
Mar 86:12 AM5:52 PM11h 40m6:12 AM - 6:45 AM5:18 PM - 5:52 PM
Mar 97:10 AM6:52 PM11h 42m7:10 AM - 7:44 AM6:19 PM - 6:52 PM
Mar 107:09 AM6:53 PM11h 44m7:09 AM - 7:42 AM6:20 PM - 6:53 PM
Mar 117:08 AM6:54 PM11h 46m7:08 AM - 7:41 AM6:21 PM - 6:54 PM
Mar 127:06 AM6:55 PM11h 48m7:06 AM - 7:39 AM6:22 PM - 6:55 PM
Mar 137:05 AM6:55 PM11h 51m7:05 AM - 7:38 AM6:22 PM - 6:55 PM
Mar 147:04 AM6:56 PM11h 53m7:04 AM - 7:37 AM6:23 PM - 6:56 PM
Mar 157:02 AM6:57 PM11h 55m7:02 AM - 7:35 AM6:24 PM - 6:57 PM
Mar 167:01 AM6:58 PM11h 57m7:01 AM - 7:34 AM6:25 PM - 6:58 PM
Mar 177:00 AM6:59 PM11h 59m7:00 AM - 7:33 AM6:26 PM - 6:59 PM
Mar 186:58 AM6:59 PM12h 1m6:58 AM - 7:31 AM6:26 PM - 6:59 PM
Mar 196:57 AM7:00 PM12h 3m6:57 AM - 7:30 AM6:27 PM - 7:00 PM
Mar 206:55 AM7:01 PM12h 5m6:55 AM - 7:28 AM6:28 PM - 7:01 PM
Mar 216:54 AM7:02 PM12h 8m6:54 AM - 7:27 AM6:29 PM - 7:02 PM
Mar 226:53 AM7:02 PM12h 10m6:53 AM - 7:26 AM6:29 PM - 7:02 PM
Mar 236:51 AM7:03 PM12h 12m6:51 AM - 7:24 AM6:30 PM - 7:03 PM
Mar 246:50 AM7:04 PM12h 14m6:50 AM - 7:23 AM6:31 PM - 7:04 PM
Mar 256:49 AM7:05 PM12h 16m6:49 AM - 7:22 AM6:32 PM - 7:05 PM
Mar 266:47 AM7:05 PM12h 18m6:47 AM - 7:20 AM6:32 PM - 7:05 PM
Mar 276:46 AM7:06 PM12h 20m6:46 AM - 7:19 AM6:33 PM - 7:06 PM
Mar 286:44 AM7:07 PM12h 22m6:44 AM - 7:17 AM6:34 PM - 7:07 PM
Mar 296:43 AM7:08 PM12h 25m6:43 AM - 7:16 AM6:35 PM - 7:08 PM
Mar 306:42 AM7:08 PM12h 27m6:42 AM - 7:15 AM6:35 PM - 7:08 PM
Mar 316:40 AM7:09 PM12h 29m6:40 AM - 7:13 AM6:36 PM - 7:09 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

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About sunrise and sunset in Riverside 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 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 March.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Riverside, California in March?

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

What time is sunset in Riverside, California in March?

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

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

Today's daylight in Riverside, California lasts about 10h 6m. As we move through March, 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.