Today in Ararat, Armenia, the sun rises at 5:39 AM and sets at 8:34 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 55m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Ararat is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Ararat
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Ararat runs from N/A to 6:19 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:53 PM and lasts until 8:34 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Ararat sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Ararat falls exactly at 1:06 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 49.64 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Ararat in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Ararat?
At Ararat's latitude of 39.8317°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 438.51° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Ararat are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 39.8317, 44.7049. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Ararat (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Ararat versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 55m |
| 2025 | 5:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 54m |
| 2021 | 5:39 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 54m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Ararat today?
In Ararat, the sun rises at exactly 5:39 AM and sets at 8:34 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 55m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Ararat today?
Today, morning golden hour in Ararat runs from N/A to 6:19 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:53 PM and lasts until 8:30 PM.
Why does sunrise in Ararat shift every day?
At Ararat's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 438.51° (ENE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Ararat at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:06 PM when the sun reaches 49.64. This produces very high UV, typical of Ararat in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Ararat changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 5:39 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:39 AM.