Today in Madinat ash Shamal, Qatar, the sun rises at 5:11 AM and sets at 6:08 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 56m 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, Madinat ash Shamal is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Madinat ash Shamal
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Madinat ash Shamal runs from N/A to 5:42 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:36 PM and lasts until 6:08 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Madinat ash Shamal sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Madinat ash Shamal falls exactly at 11:39 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 40.80 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 Madinat ash Shamal today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Madinat ash Shamal?
At Madinat ash Shamal's latitude of 26.0517166°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 83.57° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Madinat ash Shamal are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 26.0517166, 51.2005821. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Madinat ash Shamal (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 Madinat ash Shamal versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:11 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 56m |
| 2025 | 5:11 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 55m |
| 2021 | 5:11 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 55m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Madinat ash Shamal today?
In Madinat ash Shamal, the sun rises at exactly 5:11 AM and sets at 6:08 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 56m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Madinat ash Shamal today?
Today, morning golden hour in Madinat ash Shamal runs from N/A to 5:42 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:36 PM and lasts until 6:05 PM.
Why does sunrise in Madinat ash Shamal shift every day?
At Madinat ash Shamal's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 83.57° (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 Madinat ash Shamal at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:39 AM when the sun reaches 40.80. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Madinat ash Shamal today.
Has the sunrise time in Madinat ash Shamal 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 5:11 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:11 AM.