Today in Nasiriyah, Iraq, the sun rises at 5:25 AM and sets at 6:33 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 7m 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, Nasiriyah is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Nasiriyah
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Nasiriyah runs from N/A to 5:58 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:01 PM and lasts until 6:33 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Nasiriyah sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Nasiriyah falls exactly at 11:59 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.21 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 Nasiriyah today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Nasiriyah?
At Nasiriyah's latitude of 31.0439957°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 75.98° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Nasiriyah are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 31.0439957, 46.2399386. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Nasiriyah (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 Nasiriyah versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:25 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 7m |
| 2025 | 5:25 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 7m |
| 2021 | 5:25 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 7m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Nasiriyah today?
In Nasiriyah, the sun rises at exactly 5:25 AM and sets at 6:33 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 7m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Nasiriyah today?
Today, morning golden hour in Nasiriyah runs from N/A to 5:58 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:01 PM and lasts until 6:31 PM.
Why does sunrise in Nasiriyah shift every day?
At Nasiriyah's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 75.98° (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 Nasiriyah at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:59 AM when the sun reaches 44.21. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Nasiriyah today.
Has the sunrise time in Nasiriyah 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 5:25 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:25 AM.