Sun Times in Muscat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Muscat?
Sunrise in Muscat on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (Asia/Muscat). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Muscat?
Sunset in Muscat on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:30 PM (Asia/Muscat). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Muscat?
Morning golden hour in Muscat ends at 6:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:59 PM.
How long is the day in Muscat?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Muscat there are 12 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Muscat?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Muscat at 12:08 PM (Asia/Muscat). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Muscat?
In Muscat, sunset is at 6:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:47 PM (Asia/Muscat). Civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Muscat?
Twilight in Muscat 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 Muscat?
The earliest sunrise in Muscat in 2026 is at 5:19 AM on May 29 (Asia/Muscat). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Muscat?
The latest sunset in Muscat in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on June 28 (Asia/Muscat). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Muscat?
After sunset at 6:30 PM in Muscat, civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:47 PM (Asia/Muscat).
What these times mean
Solar times in Muscat 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 Muscat
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Muscat on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:50 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 50m |
| February | 6:39 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 23m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:45 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 42m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 17m |
| June | 5:19 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 35m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 27m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 57m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:03 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 37m |
| November | 6:20 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 01m |
| December | 6:40 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 42m |
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