Today in Mafraq, Jordan, the sun rises at 6:26 AM and sets at 6:14 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 48m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 79 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Mafraq is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mafraq
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mafraq runs from N/A to 6:58 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:42 PM and lasts until 6:14 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Mafraq sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mafraq falls exactly at 12:20 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.58 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 Mafraq today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mafraq?
At Mafraq's latitude of 32.1934466°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 54.14° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mafraq are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 32.1934466, 37.4472962. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mafraq (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 Mafraq versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:26 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 48m |
| 2025 | 6:26 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 47m |
| 2021 | 6:26 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mafraq today?
In Mafraq, the sun rises at exactly 6:26 AM and sets at 6:14 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 48m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mafraq today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mafraq runs from N/A to 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:42 PM and lasts until 6:12 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mafraq shift every day?
At Mafraq's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 54.14° (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 Mafraq at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:20 PM when the sun reaches 37.58. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Mafraq today.
Has the sunrise time in Mafraq 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 6:26 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:26 AM.