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Sun Times in Ash Shafā
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ash Shafā?
Sunrise in Ash Shafā on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (Asia/Riyadh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ash Shafā?
Sunset in Ash Shafā on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:49 PM (Asia/Riyadh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ash Shafā?
Morning golden hour in Ash Shafā ends at 6:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:19 PM.
How long is the day in Ash Shafā?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Ash Shafā there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ash Shafā?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ash Shafā at 12:23 PM (Asia/Riyadh). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ash Shafā?
In Ash Shafā, sunset is at 6:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:07 PM (Asia/Riyadh). Civil twilight ends at 7:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ash Shafā?
Twilight in Ash Shafā lasts approximately 78 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 Shafā?
The earliest sunrise in Ash Shafā in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on May 30 (Asia/Riyadh). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ash Shafā?
The latest sunset in Ash Shafā in 2026 is at 7:04 PM on June 27 (Asia/Riyadh). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ash Shafā?
After sunset at 6:49 PM in Ash Shafā, civil twilight ends at 7:12 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:07 PM (Asia/Riyadh).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ash Shafā 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 Shafā
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ash Shafā on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:58 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 00m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 28m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 6:49 PM | 13h 08m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 24m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 18m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 51m |
| September | 6:05 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:14 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 6:29 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 08m |
| December | 6:47 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 52m |