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Sun Times in Al Kharj
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Al Kharj?
Sunrise in Al Kharj on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:28 AM (Asia/Riyadh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Al Kharj?
Sunset in Al Kharj on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:19 PM (Asia/Riyadh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Al Kharj?
Morning golden hour in Al Kharj ends at 5:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:48 PM.
How long is the day in Al Kharj?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Al Kharj there are 12 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Al Kharj?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Al Kharj at 11:53 AM (Asia/Riyadh). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Al Kharj?
In Al Kharj, sunset is at 6:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:38 PM (Asia/Riyadh). Civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Al Kharj?
Twilight in Al Kharj lasts approximately 79 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 Kharj?
The earliest sunrise in Al Kharj in 2026 is at 5:02 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 Al Kharj?
The latest sunset in Al Kharj in 2026 is at 6:42 PM on June 24 (Asia/Riyadh). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Al Kharj?
After sunset at 6:19 PM in Al Kharj, civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:38 PM (Asia/Riyadh).
What these times mean
Solar times in Al Kharj 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 Kharj
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Al Kharj on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:35 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 48m |
| February | 6:24 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 21m |
| March | 5:59 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:29 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 43m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 6:26 PM | 13h 19m |
| June | 5:02 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 37m |
| July | 5:11 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 29m |
| August | 5:25 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 59m |
| September | 5:36 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 5:48 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 36m |
| November | 6:05 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 59m |
| December | 6:26 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 39m |