Today in Kuwait City, Kuwait, the sun rises at 5:20 AM and sets at 6:24 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 3m 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, Kuwait City is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kuwait City
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kuwait City runs from N/A to 5:53 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:52 PM and lasts until 6:24 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kuwait City sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kuwait City falls exactly at 11:52 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.11 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 Kuwait City today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kuwait City?
At Kuwait City's latitude of 29.3796532°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 78.71° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kuwait City are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 29.3796532, 47.9734174. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kuwait City (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 Kuwait City versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:20 AM | 6:24 PM | 13h 3m |
| 2025 | 5:21 AM | 6:24 PM | 13h 3m |
| 2021 | 5:21 AM | 6:24 PM | 13h 3m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kuwait City today?
In Kuwait City, the sun rises at exactly 5:20 AM and sets at 6:24 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 3m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kuwait City today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kuwait City runs from N/A to 5:53 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:52 PM and lasts until 6:22 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kuwait City shift every day?
At Kuwait City's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 78.71° (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 Kuwait City at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:52 AM when the sun reaches 43.11. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kuwait City today.
Has the sunrise time in Kuwait City 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 5:21 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:21 AM.