Today in Las Anod, 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, Las Anod is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Las Anod
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Las Anod 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, Las Anod's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Las Anod 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 Las Anod today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Las Anod?
At Las Anod'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 Las Anod are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 8.4774, 47.3597. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Las Anod (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 Las Anod 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 Las Anod today?
In Las Anod, 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 Las Anod today?
Today, morning golden hour in Las Anod 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 Las Anod shift every day?
At Las Anod'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 Las Anod 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 Las Anod today.
Has the sunrise time in Las Anod 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.