Today in Khartoum State, Sudan, the sun rises at 5:24 AM and sets at 6:25 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 1m 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, Khartoum State is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Khartoum State
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Khartoum State runs from N/A to 5:55 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:55 PM and lasts until 6:25 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Khartoum State's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Khartoum State falls exactly at 11:55 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.51 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Khartoum State in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Khartoum State?
At Khartoum State's latitude of 15.5007°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 468.94° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Khartoum State are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 15.5007, 32.5599. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Khartoum 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 Khartoum State versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:24 AM | 6:25 PM | 13h 1m |
| 2025 | 5:24 AM | 6:25 PM | 13h 1m |
| 2021 | 5:24 AM | 6:25 PM | 13h 1m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Khartoum State today?
In Khartoum State, the sun rises at exactly 5:24 AM and sets at 6:25 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 1m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Khartoum State today?
Today, morning golden hour in Khartoum State runs from N/A to 5:55 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:55 PM and lasts until 6:23 PM.
Why does sunrise in Khartoum State shift every day?
At Khartoum State's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 468.94° (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 Khartoum State at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:55 AM when the sun reaches 59.51. This produces very high UV, typical of Khartoum State in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Khartoum 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.