Today in Dhofar, Oman, the sun rises at 5:53 AM and sets at 7:04 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 11m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 166 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Dhofar is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Dhofar
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Dhofar runs from N/A to 6:24 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:33 PM and lasts until 7:04 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Dhofar's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Dhofar falls exactly at 12:29 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 40.52 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 Dhofar today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Dhofar?
At Dhofar's latitude of 18.3999896°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 464.24° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Dhofar are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 18.3999896, 54.2164111. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Dhofar (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 Dhofar versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:53 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 11m |
| 2025 | 5:53 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 10m |
| 2021 | 5:53 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 10m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Dhofar today?
In Dhofar, the sun rises at exactly 5:53 AM and sets at 7:04 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 11m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Dhofar today?
Today, morning golden hour in Dhofar runs from N/A to 6:24 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:33 PM and lasts until 7:02 PM.
Why does sunrise in Dhofar shift every day?
At Dhofar's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 464.24° (ESE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Dhofar at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:29 PM when the sun reaches 40.52. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Dhofar today.
Has the sunrise time in Dhofar 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 5:53 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:53 AM.