Sun Times in Ad Dir‘īyah
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ad Dir‘īyah?
Sunrise in Ad Dir‘īyah on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:29 AM (Asia/Riyadh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ad Dir‘īyah?
Sunset in Ad Dir‘īyah on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:24 PM (Asia/Riyadh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ad Dir‘īyah?
Morning golden hour in Ad Dir‘īyah ends at 6:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:54 PM.
How long is the day in Ad Dir‘īyah?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Ad Dir‘īyah there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ad Dir‘īyah?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ad Dir‘īyah at 11:57 AM (Asia/Riyadh). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ad Dir‘īyah?
In Ad Dir‘īyah, sunset is at 6:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:44 PM (Asia/Riyadh). Civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ad Dir‘īyah?
Twilight in Ad Dir‘īyah lasts approximately 80 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Ad Dir‘īyah?
The earliest sunrise in Ad Dir‘īyah in 2026 is at 5:04 AM on May 30 (Asia/Riyadh). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ad Dir‘īyah?
The latest sunset in Ad Dir‘īyah in 2026 is at 6:47 PM on June 29 (Asia/Riyadh). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ad Dir‘īyah?
After sunset at 6:24 PM in Ad Dir‘īyah, civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:44 PM (Asia/Riyadh).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ad Dir‘īyah shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Ad Dir‘īyah
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ad Dir‘īyah on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:40 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 46m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 20m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:32 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 44m |
| May | 5:10 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 21m |
| June | 5:04 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 40m |
| July | 5:13 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 32m |
| August | 5:28 AM | 6:28 PM | 13h 00m |
| September | 5:39 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 5:51 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 35m |
| November | 6:09 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 57m |
| December | 6:30 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 37m |
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