Today in Sur, Oman, the sun rises at 5:23 AM and sets at 6:51 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 27m 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, Sur is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Sur
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Sur runs from N/A to 5:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:19 PM and lasts until 6:51 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Sur's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Sur falls exactly at 12:07 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.60 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 Sur today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Sur?
At Sur's latitude of 22.5694263°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 462.11° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Sur are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 22.5694263, 59.5297203. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Sur (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 Sur versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:23 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 27m |
| 2025 | 5:24 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 27m |
| 2021 | 5:24 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 27m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Sur today?
In Sur, the sun rises at exactly 5:23 AM and sets at 6:51 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 27m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Sur today?
Today, morning golden hour in Sur runs from N/A to 5:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:19 PM and lasts until 6:49 PM.
Why does sunrise in Sur shift every day?
At Sur's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 462.11° (ESE). 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 Sur at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:07 PM when the sun reaches 36.60. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Sur today.
Has the sunrise time in Sur 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 5:24 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:24 AM.