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Sun Times in Ash Shaţrah
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ash Shaţrah?
Sunrise in Ash Shaţrah on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:22 AM (Asia/Baghdad). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ash Shaţrah?
Sunset in Ash Shaţrah on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:35 PM (Asia/Baghdad). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ash Shaţrah?
Morning golden hour in Ash Shaţrah ends at 5:55 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:02 PM.
How long is the day in Ash Shaţrah?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Ash Shaţrah there are 13 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ash Shaţrah?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ash Shaţrah at 11:59 AM (Asia/Baghdad). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ash Shaţrah?
In Ash Shaţrah, sunset is at 6:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:02 PM (Asia/Baghdad). Civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ash Shaţrah?
Twilight in Ash Shaţrah lasts approximately 87 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 Ash Shaţrah?
The earliest sunrise in Ash Shaţrah in 2026 is at 4:50 AM on June 4 (Asia/Baghdad). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ash Shaţrah?
The latest sunset in Ash Shaţrah in 2026 is at 7:03 PM on June 21 (Asia/Baghdad). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ash Shaţrah?
After sunset at 6:35 PM in Ash Shaţrah, civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:02 PM (Asia/Baghdad).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ash Shaţrah 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 Ash Shaţrah
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ash Shaţrah on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:54 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 20m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 05m |
| March | 6:05 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:27 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 56m |
| May | 4:59 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 45m |
| June | 4:50 AM | 7:01 PM | 14h 11m |
| July | 5:01 AM | 7:01 PM | 14h 00m |
| August | 5:20 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 5:39 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 5:58 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 26m |
| November | 6:22 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 34m |
| December | 6:46 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 07m |