Today in Gokdepe, Turkmenistan, the sun rises at 5:51 AM and sets at 8:36 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 44m 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, Gokdepe is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Gokdepe
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Gokdepe runs from N/A to 6:30 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:56 PM and lasts until 8:36 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Gokdepe sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Gokdepe falls exactly at 1:13 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.56 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 Gokdepe today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Gokdepe?
At Gokdepe's latitude of 38.161°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 449.57° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Gokdepe are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 38.161, 57.965. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Gokdepe (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 Gokdepe versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:51 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 44m |
| 2025 | 5:51 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 44m |
| 2021 | 5:51 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 44m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Gokdepe today?
In Gokdepe, the sun rises at exactly 5:51 AM and sets at 8:36 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 44m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Gokdepe today?
Today, morning golden hour in Gokdepe runs from N/A to 6:30 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:56 PM and lasts until 8:32 PM.
Why does sunrise in Gokdepe shift every day?
At Gokdepe's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 449.57° (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 Gokdepe at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:13 PM when the sun reaches 39.56. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Gokdepe today.
Has the sunrise time in Gokdepe 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 5:51 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:51 AM.