Today in Erbil, Iraq, the sun rises at 6:02 AM and sets at 5:45 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 43m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 78 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Erbil is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Erbil
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Erbil runs from N/A to 6:36 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:11 PM and lasts until 5:45 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Erbil sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Erbil falls exactly at 11:53 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 30.51 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 Erbil today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Erbil?
At Erbil's latitude of 36.1911744°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 57.42° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Erbil are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 36.1911744, 44.0094145. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Erbil (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 Erbil versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:02 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 43m |
| 2025 | 6:02 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 42m |
| 2021 | 6:02 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 42m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Erbil today?
In Erbil, the sun rises at exactly 6:02 AM and sets at 5:45 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 43m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Erbil today?
Today, morning golden hour in Erbil runs from N/A to 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:11 PM and lasts until 5:43 PM.
Why does sunrise in Erbil shift every day?
At Erbil's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 57.42° (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 Erbil at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:53 AM when the sun reaches 30.51. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Erbil today.
Has the sunrise time in Erbil 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 6:02 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:02 AM.