Sun Times in Ar Rifā‘
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ar Rifā‘?
Sunrise in Ar Rifā‘ on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:10 AM (Asia/Bahrain). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ar Rifā‘?
Sunset in Ar Rifā‘ on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:13 PM (Asia/Bahrain). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ar Rifā‘?
Morning golden hour in Ar Rifā‘ ends at 5:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:41 PM.
How long is the day in Ar Rifā‘?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Ar Rifā‘ there are 13 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ar Rifā‘?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ar Rifā‘ at 11:42 AM (Asia/Bahrain). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ar Rifā‘?
In Ar Rifā‘, sunset is at 6:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:34 PM (Asia/Bahrain). Civil twilight ends at 6:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ar Rifā‘?
Twilight in Ar Rifā‘ lasts approximately 82 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 Rifā‘?
The earliest sunrise in Ar Rifā‘ in 2026 is at 4:44 AM on June 8 (Asia/Bahrain). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ar Rifā‘?
The latest sunset in Ar Rifā‘ in 2026 is at 6:34 PM on June 29 (Asia/Bahrain). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ar Rifā‘?
After sunset at 6:13 PM in Ar Rifā‘, civil twilight ends at 6:37 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:34 PM (Asia/Bahrain).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ar Rifā‘ 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 Rifā‘
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ar Rifā‘ on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:26 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 41m |
| February | 6:13 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 17m |
| March | 5:47 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:14 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 46m |
| May | 4:51 AM | 6:16 PM | 13h 25m |
| June | 4:45 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 46m |
| July | 4:55 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 37m |
| August | 5:10 AM | 6:14 PM | 13h 04m |
| September | 5:23 AM | 5:42 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 5:36 AM | 5:10 PM | 11h 34m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 52m |
| December | 6:17 AM | 4:48 PM | 10h 31m |
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