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Sun Times in Ar Raydah
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ar Raydah?
Sunrise in Ar Raydah on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:24 AM (Asia/Aden). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ar Raydah?
Sunset in Ar Raydah on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:59 PM (Asia/Aden). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ar Raydah?
Morning golden hour in Ar Raydah ends at 5:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:30 PM.
How long is the day in Ar Raydah?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Ar Raydah there are 12 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ar Raydah?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ar Raydah at 11:41 AM (Asia/Aden). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ar Raydah?
In Ar Raydah, sunset is at 5:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:13 PM (Asia/Aden). Civil twilight ends at 6:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ar Raydah?
Twilight in Ar Raydah 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 Ar Raydah?
The earliest sunrise in Ar Raydah in 2026 is at 5:07 AM on May 23 (Asia/Aden). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ar Raydah?
The latest sunset in Ar Raydah in 2026 is at 6:12 PM on July 1 (Asia/Aden). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ar Raydah?
After sunset at 5:59 PM in Ar Raydah, civil twilight ends at 6:21 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:13 PM (Asia/Aden).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ar Raydah 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 Ar Raydah
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ar Raydah on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:07 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 20m |
| February | 6:02 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 39m |
| March | 5:45 AM | 5:48 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:24 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 50m |
| June | 5:08 AM | 6:09 PM | 13h 01m |
| July | 5:16 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 56m |
| August | 5:23 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 38m |
| September | 5:26 AM | 5:39 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:29 AM | 5:17 PM | 11h 48m |
| November | 5:39 AM | 5:05 PM | 11h 26m |
| December | 5:55 AM | 5:10 PM | 11h 15m |