Today in Abu Samra, Qatar, the sun rises at 5:14 AM and sets at 6:08 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 53m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Abu Samra is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Abu Samra
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Abu Samra runs from N/A to 5:45 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:37 PM and lasts until 6:08 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Abu Samra sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Abu Samra falls exactly at 11:41 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 41.24 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 Abu Samra today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Abu Samra?
At Abu Samra's latitude of 24.7510055°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 84.52° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Abu Samra are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 24.7510055, 50.8522521. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Abu Samra (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 Abu Samra versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:14 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 53m |
| 2025 | 5:14 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 53m |
| 2021 | 5:14 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 52m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Abu Samra today?
In Abu Samra, the sun rises at exactly 5:14 AM and sets at 6:08 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 53m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Abu Samra today?
Today, morning golden hour in Abu Samra runs from N/A to 5:45 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:37 PM and lasts until 6:05 PM.
Why does sunrise in Abu Samra shift every day?
At Abu Samra's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 84.52° (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 Abu Samra at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:41 AM when the sun reaches 41.24. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Abu Samra today.
Has the sunrise time in Abu Samra 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 5:14 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:14 AM.