Today in Alborz, Iran, the sun rises at 4:57 AM and sets at 7:27 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 30m 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, Alborz is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Alborz
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Alborz runs from N/A to 5:35 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:50 PM and lasts until 7:27 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Alborz sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Alborz falls exactly at 12:12 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 45.32 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Alborz in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Alborz?
At Alborz's latitude of 35.9413239°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 446.68° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Alborz are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 35.9413239, 50.7884216. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Alborz (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 Alborz versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:57 AM | 7:27 PM | 14h 30m |
| 2025 | 4:57 AM | 7:27 PM | 14h 29m |
| 2021 | 5:57 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 29m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Alborz today?
In Alborz, the sun rises at exactly 4:57 AM and sets at 7:27 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 30m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Alborz today?
Today, morning golden hour in Alborz runs from N/A to 5:35 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:50 PM and lasts until 7:24 PM.
Why does sunrise in Alborz shift every day?
At Alborz's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 446.68° (E). 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 Alborz at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:12 PM when the sun reaches 45.32. This produces very high UV, typical of Alborz in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Alborz 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 4:57 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:57 AM.