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Sun Times in Ash Shiḩr
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ash Shiḩr?
Sunrise in Ash Shiḩr on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:27 AM (Asia/Aden). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ash Shiḩr?
Sunset in Ash Shiḩr on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:04 PM (Asia/Aden). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ash Shiḩr?
Morning golden hour in Ash Shiḩr ends at 5:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:34 PM.
How long is the day in Ash Shiḩr?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Ash Shiḩr there are 12 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ash Shiḩr?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ash Shiḩr at 11:45 AM (Asia/Aden). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ash Shiḩr?
In Ash Shiḩr, sunset is at 6:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:18 PM (Asia/Aden). Civil twilight ends at 6:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ash Shiḩr?
Twilight in Ash Shiḩr 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 Ash Shiḩr?
The earliest sunrise in Ash Shiḩr in 2026 is at 5:11 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 Ash Shiḩr?
The latest sunset in Ash Shiḩr in 2026 is at 6:15 PM on July 1 (Asia/Aden). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ash Shiḩr?
After sunset at 6:04 PM in Ash Shiḩr, civil twilight ends at 6:26 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:18 PM (Asia/Aden).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ash Shiḩr 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 Shiḩr
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ash Shiḩr on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:10 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 21m |
| February | 6:05 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 40m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:27 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 5:13 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 49m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 6:12 PM | 13h 00m |
| July | 5:19 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 55m |
| August | 5:27 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 37m |
| September | 5:30 AM | 5:43 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:32 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 49m |
| November | 5:42 AM | 5:09 PM | 11h 27m |
| December | 5:58 AM | 5:14 PM | 11h 16m |