Sun Times in Al Qaţan
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Al Qaţan?
Sunrise in Al Qaţan on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:31 AM (Asia/Aden). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Al Qaţan?
Sunset in Al Qaţan on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:09 PM (Asia/Aden). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Al Qaţan?
Morning golden hour in Al Qaţan ends at 6:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:40 PM.
How long is the day in Al Qaţan?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Al Qaţan there are 12 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Al Qaţan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Al Qaţan at 11:50 AM (Asia/Aden). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Al Qaţan?
In Al Qaţan, sunset is at 6:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:23 PM (Asia/Aden). Civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Al Qaţan?
Twilight in Al Qaţan lasts approximately 75 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 Qaţan?
The earliest sunrise in Al Qaţan in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on May 30 (Asia/Aden). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Al Qaţan?
The latest sunset in Al Qaţan in 2026 is at 6:22 PM on July 7 (Asia/Aden). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Al Qaţan?
After sunset at 6:09 PM in Al Qaţan, civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:23 PM (Asia/Aden).
What these times mean
Solar times in Al Qaţan 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 Qaţan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Al Qaţan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:16 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 17m |
| February | 6:11 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 38m |
| March | 5:54 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:31 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 29m |
| May | 5:16 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 52m |
| June | 5:14 AM | 6:18 PM | 13h 04m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 59m |
| August | 5:30 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 39m |
| September | 5:34 AM | 5:48 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:38 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 47m |
| November | 5:48 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 24m |
| December | 6:05 AM | 5:17 PM | 11h 12m |
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