Today in Karak, Jordan, the sun rises at 6:33 AM and sets at 6:19 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 45m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Karak is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Karak
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Karak runs from N/A to 7:05 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:46 PM and lasts until 6:19 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Karak sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Karak falls exactly at 12:26 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 38.65 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 Karak today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Karak?
At Karak's latitude of 31.1404983°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 52.77° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Karak are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 31.1404983, 35.8147238. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Karak (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 Karak versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:33 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 45m |
| 2025 | 6:33 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 44m |
| 2021 | 6:33 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 44m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Karak today?
In Karak, the sun rises at exactly 6:33 AM and sets at 6:19 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 45m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Karak today?
Today, morning golden hour in Karak runs from N/A to 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:46 PM and lasts until 6:16 PM.
Why does sunrise in Karak shift every day?
At Karak's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 52.77° (NE). 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 Karak at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:26 PM when the sun reaches 38.65. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Karak today.
Has the sunrise time in Karak 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 6:33 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:33 AM.