Today in Muscat, Oman, the sun rises at 5:45 AM and sets at 6:34 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 49m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Muscat is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Muscat
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Muscat runs from N/A to 6:15 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:04 PM and lasts until 6:34 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Muscat sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Muscat falls exactly at 12:10 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 34.09 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 Muscat today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Muscat?
At Muscat's latitude of 23.6123628°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 88.53° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Muscat are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 23.6123628, 58.5938134. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Muscat (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 Muscat versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:45 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 49m |
| 2025 | 5:45 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 49m |
| 2021 | 5:45 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 49m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Muscat today?
In Muscat, the sun rises at exactly 5:45 AM and sets at 6:34 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 49m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Muscat today?
Today, morning golden hour in Muscat runs from N/A to 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:04 PM and lasts until 6:32 PM.
Why does sunrise in Muscat shift every day?
At Muscat's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 88.53° (E). 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 Muscat at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:10 PM when the sun reaches 34.09. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Muscat today.
Has the sunrise time in Muscat 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 5:45 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:45 AM.