Today in Southern Governorate, Bahrain, the sun rises at 5:14 AM and sets at 6:10 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 56m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Southern Governorate is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Southern Governorate
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Southern Governorate runs from N/A to 5:45 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:39 PM and lasts until 6:10 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Southern Governorate sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Southern Governorate falls exactly at 11:42 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 41.38 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Southern Governorate today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Southern Governorate?
At Southern Governorate's latitude of 25.979468°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 83.29° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Southern Governorate are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 25.979468, 50.5594055. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Southern Governorate (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 Southern Governorate versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:14 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 56m |
| 2025 | 5:14 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 55m |
| 2021 | 5:14 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 55m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Southern Governorate today?
In Southern Governorate, the sun rises at exactly 5:14 AM and sets at 6:10 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 56m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Southern Governorate today?
Today, morning golden hour in Southern Governorate runs from N/A to 5:45 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:39 PM and lasts until 6:08 PM.
Why does sunrise in Southern Governorate shift every day?
At Southern Governorate's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 83.29° (E). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Southern Governorate at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:42 AM when the sun reaches 41.38. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Southern Governorate today.
Has the sunrise time in Southern Governorate 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 5:14 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:14 AM.