Today in Umm Ruwaba, Sudan, the sun rises at 5:34 AM and sets at 6:26 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 51m 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, Umm Ruwaba is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Umm Ruwaba
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Umm Ruwaba runs from N/A to 6:05 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:56 PM and lasts until 6:26 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Umm Ruwaba's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Umm Ruwaba falls exactly at 12:00 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.78 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Umm Ruwaba in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Umm Ruwaba?
At Umm Ruwaba's latitude of 12.9°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 473.55° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Umm Ruwaba are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 12.9, 31.2167. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Umm Ruwaba (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 Umm Ruwaba versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:34 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 51m |
| 2025 | 5:34 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 51m |
| 2021 | 5:34 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 51m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Umm Ruwaba today?
In Umm Ruwaba, the sun rises at exactly 5:34 AM and sets at 6:26 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 51m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Umm Ruwaba today?
Today, morning golden hour in Umm Ruwaba runs from N/A to 6:05 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:56 PM and lasts until 6:24 PM.
Why does sunrise in Umm Ruwaba shift every day?
At Umm Ruwaba's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 473.55° (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 Umm Ruwaba at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:00 PM when the sun reaches 59.78. This produces very high UV, typical of Umm Ruwaba in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Umm Ruwaba 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 5:34 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:34 AM.