Today in Al Bahah, Saudi Arabia, the sun rises at 6:07 AM and sets at 6:00 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 53m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Al Bahah is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Al Bahah
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Al Bahah runs from N/A to 6:36 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:31 PM and lasts until 6:00 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Al Bahah's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Al Bahah falls exactly at 12:03 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.92 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 Bahah today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Al Bahah?
At Al Bahah's latitude of 20.2372671°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 65.06° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Al Bahah are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 20.2372671, 41.4615479. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Al Bahah (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 Bahah versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:07 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 53m |
| 2025 | 6:07 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 53m |
| 2021 | 6:07 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 53m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Al Bahah today?
In Al Bahah, the sun rises at exactly 6:07 AM and sets at 6:00 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 53m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Al Bahah today?
Today, morning golden hour in Al Bahah runs from N/A to 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:31 PM and lasts until 5:58 PM.
Why does sunrise in Al Bahah shift every day?
At Al Bahah's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 65.06° (ENE). 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 Al Bahah at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:03 PM when the sun reaches 39.92. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Al Bahah today.
Has the sunrise time in Al Bahah 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 6:07 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:07 AM.