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Sun Times in Aqaba
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Aqaba?
Sunrise in Aqaba on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (Asia/Amman). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Aqaba?
Sunset in Aqaba on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:09 PM (Asia/Amman). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Aqaba?
Morning golden hour in Aqaba ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:37 PM.
How long is the day in Aqaba?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Aqaba there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Aqaba?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Aqaba at 12:41 PM (Asia/Amman). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Aqaba?
In Aqaba, sunset is at 7:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:32 PM (Asia/Amman). Civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Aqaba?
Twilight in Aqaba lasts approximately 83 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 Aqaba?
The earliest sunrise in Aqaba in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 4 (Asia/Amman). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Aqaba?
The latest sunset in Aqaba in 2026 is at 7:44 PM on June 29 (Asia/Amman). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Aqaba?
After sunset at 7:09 PM in Aqaba, civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:32 PM (Asia/Amman).
What these times mean
Solar times in Aqaba 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 Aqaba
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Aqaba on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 7:19 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:41 PM | 14h 02m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 52m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 13m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 6:41 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 7:04 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 41m |
| December | 7:27 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 16m |