Today in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, the sun rises at 4:53 AM and sets at 6:36 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 43m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Khobar is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Khobar
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Khobar runs from N/A to 5:26 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:03 PM and lasts until 6:36 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Khobar sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Khobar falls exactly at 11:45 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 45.58 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Khobar in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Khobar?
At Khobar's latitude of 26.3039999°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 456.20° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Khobar are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 26.3039999, 50.1960237. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Khobar (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 Khobar versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:53 AM | 6:36 PM | 13h 43m |
| 2025 | 4:53 AM | 6:36 PM | 13h 43m |
| 2021 | 4:53 AM | 6:36 PM | 13h 43m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Khobar today?
In Khobar, the sun rises at exactly 4:53 AM and sets at 6:36 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 43m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Khobar today?
Today, morning golden hour in Khobar runs from N/A to 5:26 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:03 PM and lasts until 6:34 PM.
Why does sunrise in Khobar shift every day?
At Khobar's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 456.20° (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 Khobar at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:45 AM when the sun reaches 45.58. This produces very high UV, typical of Khobar in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Khobar 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 4:53 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:53 AM.