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Sun Times in Al Hijrah
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Al Hijrah?
Sunrise in Al Hijrah on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:51 AM (Asia/Aden). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Al Hijrah?
Sunset in Al Hijrah on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:24 PM (Asia/Aden). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Al Hijrah?
Morning golden hour in Al Hijrah ends at 6:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:55 PM.
How long is the day in Al Hijrah?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Al Hijrah there are 12 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Al Hijrah?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Al Hijrah at 12:08 PM (Asia/Aden). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Al Hijrah?
In Al Hijrah, sunset is at 6:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:38 PM (Asia/Aden). Civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Al Hijrah?
Twilight in Al Hijrah lasts approximately 74 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 Al Hijrah?
The earliest sunrise in Al Hijrah in 2026 is at 5:31 AM on May 27 (Asia/Aden). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Al Hijrah?
The latest sunset in Al Hijrah in 2026 is at 6:44 PM on June 26 (Asia/Aden). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Al Hijrah?
After sunset at 6:24 PM in Al Hijrah, civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:38 PM (Asia/Aden).
What these times mean
Solar times in Al Hijrah 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 Al Hijrah
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Al Hijrah on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:39 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 13m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 35m |
| March | 6:14 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 32m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 56m |
| June | 5:32 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 10m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 04m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 43m |
| September | 5:54 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 5:59 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 45m |
| November | 6:11 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 20m |
| December | 6:28 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 06m |