Today in Shinas, Oman, the sun rises at 5:31 AM and sets at 7:08 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 36m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Shinas is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Shinas
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Shinas runs from N/A to 6:04 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:35 PM and lasts until 7:08 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Shinas sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Shinas falls exactly at 12:20 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.77 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 Shinas today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Shinas?
At Shinas's latitude of 24.7441619°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 459.61° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Shinas are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 24.7441619, 56.4598209. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Shinas (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 Shinas versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:31 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 36m |
| 2025 | 5:31 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 36m |
| 2021 | 5:31 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 36m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Shinas today?
In Shinas, the sun rises at exactly 5:31 AM and sets at 7:08 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 36m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Shinas today?
Today, morning golden hour in Shinas runs from N/A to 6:04 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:35 PM and lasts until 7:05 PM.
Why does sunrise in Shinas shift every day?
At Shinas's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 459.61° (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 Shinas at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:20 PM when the sun reaches 39.77. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Shinas today.
Has the sunrise time in Shinas 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 5:31 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:31 AM.