Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Brazil
Sunrise in Brazil today ranges from 05:25 in Recife to 06:22 in Belém, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: São Paulo
Sunrise
06:05
Sunset
18:32
Major Cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| São Paulo | 06:05 | 18:32 | 12h 27m |
| Rio de Janeiro | 05:52 | 18:18 | 12h 27m |
| Curitiba | 06:15 | 18:44 | 12h 29m |
| Porto Alegre | 06:20 | 18:54 | 12h 34m |
| Belo Horizonte | 05:56 | 18:20 | 12h 24m |
| Brasília | 06:14 | 18:34 | 12h 20m |
| Fortaleza | 05:42 | 17:51 | 12h 10m |
| Manaus | 06:08 | 18:17 | 12h 09m |
| Recife | 05:25 | 17:38 | 12h 13m |
| Salvador | 05:38 | 17:55 | 12h 17m |
| Belém | 06:22 | 18:30 | 12h 08m |
| Goiânia | 06:19 | 18:40 | 12h 21m |
| Campinas | 06:07 | 18:34 | 12h 27m |
About Sunrise & Sunset in Brazil
Brazil spans approximately 14.2°S. Brazil's near-tropical location gives it consistent daylight throughout the year, typically 11 to 13 hours with minimal seasonal swing. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in Brazil
Golden hour photography across Brazil varies by location and season. In the southern hemisphere, Brazil sees golden hour windows of 45 to 90 minutes that are longest during the southern winter months (June to August). Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in Brazil
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Brazil depends on latitude. Brazil's near-equatorial position means consistent daylight of 11 to 13 hours year-round, with minimal seasonal variation.
The best time of year to visit Brazil for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is sunrise in Brazil today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in Brazil is at 05:25 (Recife) and the latest is 06:22 (Belém), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in Brazil has the earliest sunrise?
- Recife currently has the earliest sunrise in Brazil at 05:25. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does Brazil get?
- Brazil's near-tropical location means consistent daylight year-round, typically 11 to 13 hours per day with little seasonal variation.