Today in Al Qadarif State, Sudan, the sun rises at 5:15 AM and sets at 6:11 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 55m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Al Qadarif State is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Al Qadarif State
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Al Qadarif State runs from N/A to 5:46 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:41 PM and lasts until 6:11 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Al Qadarif State's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Al Qadarif State falls exactly at 11:43 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 56.44 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Al Qadarif State in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Al Qadarif State?
At Al Qadarif State's latitude of 14.0333°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 470.40° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Al Qadarif State are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 14.0333, 35.3833. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Al Qadarif State (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 Al Qadarif State versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:15 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 55m |
| 2025 | 5:16 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 55m |
| 2021 | 5:16 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 55m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Al Qadarif State today?
In Al Qadarif State, the sun rises at exactly 5:15 AM and sets at 6:11 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 55m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Al Qadarif State today?
Today, morning golden hour in Al Qadarif State runs from N/A to 5:46 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:41 PM and lasts until 6:09 PM.
Why does sunrise in Al Qadarif State shift every day?
At Al Qadarif State's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 470.40° (ESE). 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 Al Qadarif State at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:43 AM when the sun reaches 56.44. This produces very high UV, typical of Al Qadarif State in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Al Qadarif State 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 5:16 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:16 AM.