Today in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India, the sun rises at 4:59 AM and sets at 5:49 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 50m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Andaman and Nicobar Islands is currently in its Monsoon season. Note: During Andaman and Nicobar Islands's Monsoon season, actual sunrise visibility may be reduced by cloud cover, though solar timings remain astronomically precise.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Andaman and Nicobar Islands
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Andaman and Nicobar Islands runs from N/A to 5:29 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:19 PM and lasts until 5:49 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Andaman and Nicobar Islands's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Andaman and Nicobar Islands falls exactly at 11:24 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 3.42 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Andaman and Nicobar Islands, typical of its Monsoon season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
At Andaman and Nicobar Islands's latitude of 12.6112387°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 472.40° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Andaman and Nicobar Islands are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 12.6112387, 92.8316541. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Andaman and Nicobar Islands (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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:59 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 50m |
| 2025 | 4:59 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 50m |
| 2021 | 4:59 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 50m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Andaman and Nicobar Islands today?
In Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the sun rises at exactly 4:59 AM and sets at 5:49 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 50m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Andaman and Nicobar Islands today?
Today, morning golden hour in Andaman and Nicobar Islands runs from N/A to 5:29 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:19 PM and lasts until 5:47 PM.
Why does sunrise in Andaman and Nicobar Islands shift every day?
At Andaman and Nicobar Islands's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 472.40° (ESE). 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 Andaman and Nicobar Islands at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:24 AM when the sun reaches 3.42. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Andaman and Nicobar Islands, typical of its Monsoon season.
Has the sunrise time in Andaman and Nicobar Islands 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 4:59 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:59 AM.