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Sun Times in Qal‘at Şāliḩ
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
Sunrise in Qal‘at Şāliḩ on Thursday, September 17, 2026 is at 5:35 AM (Asia/Baghdad). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
Sunset in Qal‘at Şāliḩ on Thursday, September 17, 2026 is at 5:55 PM (Asia/Baghdad). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
Morning golden hour in Qal‘at Şāliḩ ends at 6:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:23 PM.
How long is the day in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
On Thursday, September 17, 2026 in Qal‘at Şāliḩ there are 12 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Qal‘at Şāliḩ at 11:45 AM (Asia/Baghdad). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
In Qal‘at Şāliḩ, sunset is at 5:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:17 PM (Asia/Baghdad). Civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
Twilight in Qal‘at Şāliḩ lasts approximately 82 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 Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
The earliest sunrise in Qal‘at Şāliḩ in 2026 is at 4:45 AM on June 5 (Asia/Baghdad). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
The latest sunset in Qal‘at Şāliḩ in 2026 is at 6:59 PM on June 22 (Asia/Baghdad). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Qal‘at Şāliḩ?
After sunset at 5:55 PM in Qal‘at Şāliḩ, civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:17 PM (Asia/Baghdad).
What these times mean
Solar times in Qal‘at Şāliḩ 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 Qal‘at Şāliḩ
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Qal‘at Şāliḩ on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:50 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 19m |
| February | 6:32 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 05m |
| March | 6:01 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:22 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 4:54 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 46m |
| June | 4:45 AM | 6:57 PM | 14h 12m |
| July | 4:56 AM | 6:56 PM | 14h 01m |
| August | 5:15 AM | 6:34 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 5:34 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 5:53 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:18 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 34m |
| December | 6:42 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 07m |