Today in Garagum, Turkmenistan, the sun rises at 5:35 AM and sets at 8:19 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 43m 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, Garagum is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Garagum
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Garagum runs from N/A to 6:14 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:40 PM and lasts until 8:19 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Garagum sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Garagum falls exactly at 12:57 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.38 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 Garagum today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Garagum?
At Garagum's latitude of 37.9°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 452.22° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Garagum are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 37.9, 62. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Garagum (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 Garagum versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:35 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 43m |
| 2025 | 5:35 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 43m |
| 2021 | 5:35 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 43m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Garagum today?
In Garagum, the sun rises at exactly 5:35 AM and sets at 8:19 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 43m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Garagum today?
Today, morning golden hour in Garagum runs from N/A to 6:14 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:40 PM and lasts until 8:16 PM.
Why does sunrise in Garagum shift every day?
At Garagum's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 452.22° (E). 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 Garagum at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:57 PM when the sun reaches 36.38. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Garagum today.
Has the sunrise time in Garagum 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 5:35 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:35 AM.