Today in Kurdistan, Iran, the sun rises at 5:47 AM and sets at 7:05 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 17m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kurdistan is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kurdistan
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kurdistan runs from N/A to 6:21 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:30 PM and lasts until 7:05 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kurdistan sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kurdistan falls exactly at 12:26 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 42.07 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 Kurdistan today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kurdistan?
At Kurdistan's latitude of 35.6727813°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 72.07° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kurdistan are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 35.6727813, 47.0127981. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kurdistan (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 Kurdistan versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:47 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 17m |
| 2025 | 5:47 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 17m |
| 2021 | 6:47 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 17m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kurdistan today?
In Kurdistan, the sun rises at exactly 5:47 AM and sets at 7:05 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 17m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kurdistan today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kurdistan runs from N/A to 6:21 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:30 PM and lasts until 7:02 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kurdistan shift every day?
At Kurdistan's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 72.07° (ENE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 3 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kurdistan at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:26 PM when the sun reaches 42.07. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kurdistan today.
Has the sunrise time in Kurdistan 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 5:47 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:47 AM.