Today in Doolow, Somalia, the sun rises at 6:06 AM and sets at 6:27 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 21m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Doolow is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Doolow
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Doolow runs from N/A to 6:36 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:58 PM and lasts until 6:27 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Doolow's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Doolow falls exactly at 12:17 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 46.27 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Doolow in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Doolow?
At Doolow's latitude of 4.1769°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 479.20° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Doolow are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 4.1769, 42.0777. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Doolow (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 Doolow versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:06 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 21m |
| 2025 | 6:06 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 21m |
| 2021 | 6:06 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 21m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Doolow today?
In Doolow, the sun rises at exactly 6:06 AM and sets at 6:27 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 21m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Doolow today?
Today, morning golden hour in Doolow runs from N/A to 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:58 PM and lasts until 6:25 PM.
Why does sunrise in Doolow shift every day?
At Doolow's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 479.20° (ESE). 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 Doolow at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:17 PM when the sun reaches 46.27. This produces very high UV, typical of Doolow in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Doolow 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 6:06 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:06 AM.