Riga Sunrise & Sunset: June 2026
Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data
In Riga in June, sunrise averages 04:30 and sunset averages 22:20. Days are getting longer through June at Riga's latitude of 56.9°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Avg Sunrise
04:30
Avg Sunset
22:20
Avg Daylight
17h 45m
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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Riga
| Date | Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01 | Mon | 04:40 | 22:05 | 17h 25m |
| 06/02 | Tue | 04:39 | 22:06 | 17h 27m |
| 06/03 | Wed | 04:38 | 22:07 | 17h 30m |
| 06/04 | Thu | 04:37 | 22:09 | 17h 32m |
| 06/05 | Fri | 04:36 | 22:10 | 17h 34m |
| 06/06 | Sat | 04:35 | 22:11 | 17h 36m |
| 06/07 | Sun | 04:34 | 22:12 | 17h 38m |
| 06/08 | Mon | 04:33 | 22:14 | 17h 40m |
| 06/09 | Tue | 04:33 | 22:15 | 17h 42m |
| 06/10 | Wed | 04:32 | 22:16 | 17h 43m |
| 06/11 | Thu | 04:32 | 22:17 | 17h 45m |
| 06/12 | Fri | 04:31 | 22:17 | 17h 46m |
| 06/13 | Sat | 04:31 | 22:18 | 17h 47m |
| 06/14 | Sun | 04:30 | 22:19 | 17h 49m |
| 06/15 | Mon | 04:30 | 22:20 | 17h 50m |
| 06/16 | Tue | 04:30 | 22:20 | 17h 50m |
| 06/17 | Wed | 04:30 | 22:21 | 17h 51m |
| 06/18 | Thu | 04:30 | 22:21 | 17h 52m |
| 06/19 | Fri | 04:30 | 22:22 | 17h 52m |
| 06/20 | Sat | 04:30 | 22:22 | 17h 52m |
| 06/21 | Sun | 04:30 | 22:22 | 17h 52m |
| 06/22 | Mon | 04:30 | 22:22 | 17h 52m |
| 06/23 | Tue | 04:30 | 22:23 | 17h 52m |
| 06/24 | Wed | 04:31 | 22:23 | 17h 52m |
| 06/25 | Thu | 04:31 | 22:23 | 17h 51m |
| 06/26 | Fri | 04:32 | 22:23 | 17h 51m |
| 06/27 | Sat | 04:32 | 22:22 | 17h 50m |
| 06/28 | Sun | 04:33 | 22:22 | 17h 49m |
| 06/29 | Mon | 04:33 | 22:22 | 17h 48m |
| 06/30 | Tue | 04:34 | 22:21 | 17h 47m |
Daylight Hours Throughout the Year
June Sunrise & Sunset in Riga: Complete Monthly Guide
In June 2026, Riga has an average of 17h 45m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 04:40 at the start of the month to 04:34 at the end, while sunset shifts from 22:05 to 22:21.
June in Riga brings long summer days with late sunsets. Average sunrise in June is 04:30 and average sunset is 22:20. The daily table above shows the exact sunrise and sunset time for each day of the month.
Day Length Variation in June
Day length in Riga in June changes throughout the month. Near the solstices (June 21 for the northern hemisphere, December 21 for the southern hemisphere), day length changes very slowly, less than 1 minute per day. Near the equinoxes (March 20 and September 22), day length changes rapidly, gaining or losing 2 to 4 minutes per day depending on latitude.
At Riga's latitude of 56.9°, the rate of day length change in June is approximately 3 to 5 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in Riga shifts by approximately 60 to 90 minutes over the course of June.
Golden Hour in Riga in June
Golden hour in Riga in June occurs twice each day: in the morning shortly after sunrise, and in the evening before sunset. The duration depends on the sun's angle of elevation above the horizon, which varies with latitude and month. In Juneat Riga's latitude of 56.9°, golden hour lasts approximately 90 to 120 minutes.
For photographers planning shoots in Riga in June: plan to arrive at your location 30 to 40 minutes before the listed sunrise time to capture blue hour before golden hour begins. The transition from blue hour to golden hour creates the most dramatic color sequences. Evening golden hour in June begins about 45 to 60 minutes before sunset and produces warmer, more orange tones than the morning session.
Blue Hour and Twilight in Riga in June
Civil twilight in Riga in June begins before sunrise and ends after sunset, creating windows of usable natural light even outside the official sunrise-to-sunset window. Civil twilight occurs when the sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon. Nautical twilight spans 6 to 12 degrees below the horizon. Astronomical twilight spans 12 to 18 degrees below the horizon.
The total twilight window in Riga in June extends the usable light day by approximately 90 to 120 minutes beyond the sunrise-to-sunset window. This extended twilight is valuable for photographers who want to shoot in soft, diffused light without harsh shadows.
Photography Tips for June in Riga
Shooting in Riga in June requires adapting to the season's specific light quality and timing. Camera settings for sunrise photography in June:
- Blue hour: ISO 800 to 1,600; aperture f/8; shutter speed 10 to 30 seconds on tripod.
- Golden hour: ISO 100 to 400; aperture f/8 to f/16 for landscapes, or f/1.8 to f/2.8 for portraits; shutter speed 1/250 to 1/1,000s handheld.
- Post-sunrise (30 minutes after): ISO 100; aperture f/11; shutter speed 1/500 to 1/2,000s.
In June, Riga's weather patterns affect photography conditions. Check cloud cover forecasts the evening before a planned shoot: a thin layer of clouds above the horizon creates more dramatic golden and orange tones than a clear sky. Fully overcast conditions produce flat, diffused light that is good for portraits but lacks the dramatic quality of golden hour. Partly cloudy skies create the most dramatic conditions.
About This Monthly Sunrise Data
All sunrise and sunset times in this June table for Riga are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Riga (56.9460°, 24.1059°) and the local timezone (Europe/Riga). Times are accurate to within 1 minute and account for atmospheric refraction.
The times shown are for the center of the sun crossing the horizon. Sunrise is defined as the moment when the upper limb of the sun first appears above the mathematical horizon. Sunset is when the upper limb disappears below the horizon. Both definitions account for atmospheric refraction, which lifts the apparent position of the sun by approximately 0.5 to 1 degree near the horizon.
Frequently Asked Questions: June Sunrise & Sunset in Riga
What is the average sunrise time in Riga in June?
The average sunrise time in Riga in June 2026 is approximately 04:30. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Riga at latitude 56.95° and longitude 24.11°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 04:40 on the first of the month to 04:34 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.
How many hours of daylight does Riga get in June?
Riga receives an average of 17h 45m of daylight per day in June 2026. This is calculated as the difference between sunrise and sunset and does not include twilight periods. Day length varies from 17h 25m on the first of the month to 17h 47m on the last day.
What is the earliest sunrise in Riga in June?
The earliest sunrise in Riga in June 2026 occurs on 2026-06-14 at 04:30. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-06-01 at 04:40.
What time is golden hour in Riga in June?
Golden hour in Riga in June occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (04:30 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 90 to 120 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (22:20 at mid-month). The precise start of golden hour is when the sun's altitude drops below 6 degrees above the horizon.
Is June a good time to photograph sunrise in Riga?
June offers very early sunrise times in Riga, which requires early wake-ups for photographers. However, the long days provide multiple shooting opportunities and the sun angle during golden hour is favorable for warm, directional light. Budget around 04:30 for your alarm.
When does civil twilight start in Riga in June?
Civil twilight in Riga in June begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Riga's latitude of 56.9°, civil twilight in June starts around 04:05 in the morning. Civil twilight provides enough light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting and is considered the beginning of the usable photography window each day.