Today in Baqubah, Iraq, the sun rises at 5:28 AM and sets at 6:43 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 14m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Baqubah is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Baqubah
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Baqubah runs from N/A to 6:02 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:09 PM and lasts until 6:43 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Baqubah sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Baqubah falls exactly at 12:06 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.77 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 Baqubah today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Baqubah?
At Baqubah's latitude of 33.7447393°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 72.20° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Baqubah are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 33.7447393, 44.6328472. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Baqubah (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 Baqubah versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:28 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 14m |
| 2025 | 5:28 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 14m |
| 2021 | 5:29 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 14m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Baqubah today?
In Baqubah, the sun rises at exactly 5:28 AM and sets at 6:43 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 14m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Baqubah today?
Today, morning golden hour in Baqubah runs from N/A to 6:02 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:09 PM and lasts until 6:40 PM.
Why does sunrise in Baqubah shift every day?
At Baqubah's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 72.20° (ENE). 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 Baqubah at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:06 PM when the sun reaches 44.77. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Baqubah today.
Has the sunrise time in Baqubah 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 5:28 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:29 AM.