Today in Balkanabat, Turkmenistan, the sun rises at 6:01 AM and sets at 8:54 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 53m 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, Balkanabat is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Balkanabat
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Balkanabat runs from N/A to 6:41 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:14 PM and lasts until 8:54 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Balkanabat sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Balkanabat falls exactly at 1:27 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 42.31 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 Balkanabat today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Balkanabat?
At Balkanabat's latitude of 39.5108°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 446.05° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Balkanabat are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 39.5108, 54.3671. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Balkanabat (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 Balkanabat versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:01 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 53m |
| 2025 | 6:01 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 52m |
| 2021 | 6:01 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 52m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Balkanabat today?
In Balkanabat, the sun rises at exactly 6:01 AM and sets at 8:54 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 53m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Balkanabat today?
Today, morning golden hour in Balkanabat runs from N/A to 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:14 PM and lasts until 8:51 PM.
Why does sunrise in Balkanabat shift every day?
At Balkanabat's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 446.05° (E). 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 Balkanabat at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:27 PM when the sun reaches 42.31. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Balkanabat today.
Has the sunrise time in Balkanabat 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 6:01 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:01 AM.