Today in Jazan, Saudi Arabia, the sun rises at 5:55 AM and sets at 6:32 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 37m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Jazan is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Jazan
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Jazan runs from N/A to 6:24 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:03 PM and lasts until 6:32 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Jazan's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Jazan falls exactly at 12:13 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 49.21 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Jazan in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Jazan?
At Jazan's latitude of 17.333333°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 88.12° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Jazan are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 17.333333, 42.666667. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Jazan (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 Jazan versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:55 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 37m |
| 2025 | 5:55 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 37m |
| 2021 | 5:55 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 36m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Jazan today?
In Jazan, the sun rises at exactly 5:55 AM and sets at 6:32 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 37m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Jazan today?
Today, morning golden hour in Jazan runs from N/A to 6:24 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:03 PM and lasts until 6:30 PM.
Why does sunrise in Jazan shift every day?
At Jazan's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 88.12° (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 Jazan at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:13 PM when the sun reaches 49.21. This produces very high UV, typical of Jazan in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Jazan 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 5:55 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:55 AM.