Sun Times in Dubai
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dubai?
Sunrise in Dubai on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Asia/Dubai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dubai?
Sunset in Dubai on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:54 PM (Asia/Dubai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dubai?
Morning golden hour in Dubai ends at 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:23 PM.
How long is the day in Dubai?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Dubai there are 13 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dubai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dubai at 12:23 PM (Asia/Dubai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dubai?
In Dubai, sunset is at 6:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:15 PM (Asia/Dubai). Civil twilight ends at 7:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dubai?
Twilight in Dubai lasts approximately 81 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 Dubai?
The earliest sunrise in Dubai in 2026 is at 5:28 AM on June 1 (Asia/Dubai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dubai?
The latest sunset in Dubai in 2026 is at 7:12 PM on June 24 (Asia/Dubai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dubai?
After sunset at 6:54 PM in Dubai, civil twilight ends at 7:18 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:15 PM (Asia/Dubai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dubai 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 Dubai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dubai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 45m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 19m |
| March | 6:28 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 45m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 22m |
| June | 5:28 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 41m |
| July | 5:38 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 33m |
| August | 5:52 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 01m |
| September | 6:04 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 6:16 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 35m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 56m |
| December | 6:56 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 35m |
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