Today in Kirkuk, Iraq, the sun rises at 5:28 AM and sets at 6:45 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 17m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kirkuk is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kirkuk
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kirkuk runs from N/A to 6:02 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:11 PM and lasts until 6:45 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kirkuk sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kirkuk falls exactly at 12:06 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.15 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 Kirkuk today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kirkuk?
At Kirkuk's latitude of 35.4719308°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 70.08° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kirkuk are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 35.4719308, 44.3953896. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kirkuk (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 Kirkuk versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:28 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 17m |
| 2025 | 5:28 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 16m |
| 2021 | 5:28 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 16m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kirkuk today?
In Kirkuk, the sun rises at exactly 5:28 AM and sets at 6:45 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 17m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kirkuk today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kirkuk runs from N/A to 6:02 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:11 PM and lasts until 6:42 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kirkuk shift every day?
At Kirkuk's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 70.08° (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 Kirkuk at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:06 PM when the sun reaches 44.15. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kirkuk today.
Has the sunrise time in Kirkuk 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 5:28 AM.