Today in Umm Qais, Jordan, the sun rises at 6:34 AM and sets at 6:19 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 44m 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, Umm Qais is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Umm Qais
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Umm Qais runs from N/A to 7:07 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. Umm Qais sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Umm Qais falls exactly at 12:26 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.81 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 Umm Qais today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Umm Qais?
At Umm Qais's latitude of 32.6540334°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 51.71° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Umm Qais are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 32.6540334, 35.6844601. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Umm Qais (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 Umm Qais versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:34 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 44m |
| 2025 | 6:35 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 43m |
| 2021 | 6:35 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 43m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Umm Qais today?
In Umm Qais, the sun rises at exactly 6:34 AM and sets at 6:19 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 44m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Umm Qais today?
Today, morning golden hour in Umm Qais runs from N/A to 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:46 PM and lasts until 6:16 PM.
Why does sunrise in Umm Qais shift every day?
At Umm Qais's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 51.71° (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 Umm Qais at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:26 PM when the sun reaches 37.81. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Umm Qais today.
Has the sunrise time in Umm Qais 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 6:35 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:35 AM.