Today in Blue Nile State, Sudan, the sun rises at 5:24 AM and sets at 6:11 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 47m 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, Blue Nile State is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Blue Nile State
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Blue Nile State runs from N/A to 5:54 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, Blue Nile State's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Blue Nile State falls exactly at 11:48 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 56.52 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Blue Nile State in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Blue Nile State?
At Blue Nile State's latitude of 11.7667°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 473.91° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Blue Nile State are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 11.7667, 34.35. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Blue Nile 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 Blue Nile State versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:24 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 47m |
| 2025 | 5:24 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 47m |
| 2021 | 5:24 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Blue Nile State today?
In Blue Nile State, the sun rises at exactly 5:24 AM and sets at 6:11 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 47m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Blue Nile State today?
Today, morning golden hour in Blue Nile State runs from N/A to 5:54 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:41 PM and lasts until 6:09 PM.
Why does sunrise in Blue Nile State shift every day?
At Blue Nile State's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 473.91° (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 Blue Nile State at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:48 AM when the sun reaches 56.52. This produces very high UV, typical of Blue Nile State in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Blue Nile 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 5:24 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:24 AM.