Today in Laascaanood, Somalia, the sun rises at 5:37 AM and sets at 6:14 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 36m 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, Laascaanood is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Laascaanood
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Laascaanood runs from N/A to 6:07 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:44 PM and lasts until 6:14 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Laascaanood's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Laascaanood falls exactly at 11:56 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.47 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 Laascaanood today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Laascaanood?
At Laascaanood's latitude of 8.4774°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 473.62° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Laascaanood are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 8.4774, 47.3597. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Laascaanood (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 Laascaanood versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:37 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 36m |
| 2025 | 5:37 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 36m |
| 2021 | 5:37 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 36m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Laascaanood today?
In Laascaanood, the sun rises at exactly 5:37 AM and sets at 6:14 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 36m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Laascaanood today?
Today, morning golden hour in Laascaanood runs from N/A to 6:07 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:44 PM and lasts until 6:11 PM.
Why does sunrise in Laascaanood shift every day?
At Laascaanood's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 473.62° (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 Laascaanood at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:56 AM when the sun reaches 43.47. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Laascaanood today.
Has the sunrise time in Laascaanood 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 5:37 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:37 AM.