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Sun Times in Mahd adh Dhahab
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mahd adh Dhahab?
Sunrise in Mahd adh Dhahab on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Asia/Riyadh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mahd adh Dhahab?
Sunset in Mahd adh Dhahab on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:49 PM (Asia/Riyadh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mahd adh Dhahab?
Morning golden hour in Mahd adh Dhahab ends at 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:18 PM.
How long is the day in Mahd adh Dhahab?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Mahd adh Dhahab there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mahd adh Dhahab?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mahd adh Dhahab at 12:21 PM (Asia/Riyadh). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mahd adh Dhahab?
In Mahd adh Dhahab, sunset is at 6:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:09 PM (Asia/Riyadh). Civil twilight ends at 7:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mahd adh Dhahab?
Twilight in Mahd adh Dhahab lasts approximately 80 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 Mahd adh Dhahab?
The earliest sunrise in Mahd adh Dhahab in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on May 31 (Asia/Riyadh). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mahd adh Dhahab?
The latest sunset in Mahd adh Dhahab in 2026 is at 7:07 PM on June 29 (Asia/Riyadh). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mahd adh Dhahab?
After sunset at 6:49 PM in Mahd adh Dhahab, civil twilight ends at 7:12 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:09 PM (Asia/Riyadh).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mahd adh Dhahab 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 Mahd adh Dhahab
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mahd adh Dhahab on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:00 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 51m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 23m |
| March | 6:25 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 42m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 16m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 35m |
| July | 5:38 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 27m |
| August | 5:52 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 57m |
| September | 6:02 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 37m |
| November | 6:30 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 01m |
| December | 6:50 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 42m |