Today in Al Khor, Qatar, the sun rises at 4:50 AM and sets at 6:31 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 40m 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, Al Khor is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Al Khor
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Al Khor runs from N/A to 5:23 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:57 PM and lasts until 6:31 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Al Khor sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Al Khor falls exactly at 11:40 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.52 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 Al Khor today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Al Khor?
At Al Khor's latitude of 25.7567822°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 456.96° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Al Khor are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 25.7567822, 51.3269839. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Al Khor (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 Al Khor versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:50 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 40m |
| 2025 | 4:50 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 40m |
| 2021 | 4:50 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 40m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Al Khor today?
In Al Khor, the sun rises at exactly 4:50 AM and sets at 6:31 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 40m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Al Khor today?
Today, morning golden hour in Al Khor runs from N/A to 5:23 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:57 PM and lasts until 6:28 PM.
Why does sunrise in Al Khor shift every day?
At Al Khor's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 456.96° (E). 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 Al Khor at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:40 AM when the sun reaches 44.52. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Al Khor today.
Has the sunrise time in Al Khor 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 4:50 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:50 AM.