Sun Times in Erbil
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Erbil?
Sunrise in Erbil on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:31 AM (Asia/Baghdad). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Erbil?
Sunset in Erbil on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:39 PM (Asia/Baghdad). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Erbil?
Morning golden hour in Erbil ends at 6:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:04 PM.
How long is the day in Erbil?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Erbil there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Erbil?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Erbil at 12:05 PM (Asia/Baghdad). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Erbil?
In Erbil, sunset is at 6:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:09 PM (Asia/Baghdad). Civil twilight ends at 7:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Erbil?
Twilight in Erbil lasts approximately 91 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 Erbil?
The earliest sunrise in Erbil in 2026 is at 4:46 AM on June 6 (Asia/Baghdad). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Erbil?
The latest sunset in Erbil in 2026 is at 7:25 PM on June 24 (Asia/Baghdad). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Erbil?
After sunset at 6:39 PM in Erbil, civil twilight ends at 7:05 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:09 PM (Asia/Baghdad).
What these times mean
Solar times in Erbil 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 Erbil
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Erbil on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 58m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:31 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 4:57 AM | 7:03 PM | 14h 05m |
| June | 4:46 AM | 7:22 PM | 14h 37m |
| July | 4:58 AM | 7:21 PM | 14h 23m |
| August | 5:21 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 5:46 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:10 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:40 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 16m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 43m |
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