Today in Al Ruwais, Qatar, the sun rises at 4:50 AM and sets at 6:32 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 42m 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 Ruwais is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Al Ruwais
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Al Ruwais runs from N/A to 5:23 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:59 PM and lasts until 6:32 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Al Ruwais sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Al Ruwais falls exactly at 11:41 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.67 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 Ruwais today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Al Ruwais?
At Al Ruwais's latitude of 26.1295039°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 456.56° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Al Ruwais are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 26.1295039, 51.2046522. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Al Ruwais (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 Ruwais versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:50 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 42m |
| 2025 | 4:50 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 41m |
| 2021 | 4:50 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 41m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Al Ruwais today?
In Al Ruwais, the sun rises at exactly 4:50 AM and sets at 6:32 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 42m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Al Ruwais today?
Today, morning golden hour in Al Ruwais runs from N/A to 5:23 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:59 PM and lasts until 6:29 PM.
Why does sunrise in Al Ruwais shift every day?
At Al Ruwais's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 456.56° (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 Ruwais at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:41 AM when the sun reaches 44.67. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Al Ruwais today.
Has the sunrise time in Al Ruwais 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.