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Sun Times in Shaqqā
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shaqqā?
Sunrise in Shaqqā on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Asia/Damascus). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shaqqā?
Sunset in Shaqqā on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:14 PM (Asia/Damascus). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shaqqā?
Morning golden hour in Shaqqā ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:40 PM.
How long is the day in Shaqqā?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Shaqqā there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shaqqā?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shaqqā at 12:36 PM (Asia/Damascus). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shaqqā?
In Shaqqā, sunset is at 7:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:42 PM (Asia/Damascus). Civil twilight ends at 7:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shaqqā?
Twilight in Shaqqā lasts approximately 88 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 Shaqqā?
The earliest sunrise in Shaqqā in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on June 5 (Asia/Damascus). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shaqqā?
The latest sunset in Shaqqā in 2026 is at 7:45 PM on June 23 (Asia/Damascus). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shaqqā?
After sunset at 7:14 PM in Shaqqā, civil twilight ends at 7:40 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:42 PM (Asia/Damascus).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shaqqā 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 Shaqqā
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shaqqā on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 13m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 51m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 7:43 PM | 14h 19m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 07m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 7:18 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:37 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 7:03 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 7:28 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 00m |