Today in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, the sun rises at 5:40 AM and sets at 7:16 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 35m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Abu Dhabi is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Abu Dhabi
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Abu Dhabi runs from N/A to 6:13 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:43 PM and lasts until 7:16 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Abu Dhabi sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Abu Dhabi falls exactly at 12:28 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 41.59 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 Abu Dhabi today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Abu Dhabi?
At Abu Dhabi's latitude of 24.4538352°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 459.26° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Abu Dhabi are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 24.4538352, 54.3774014. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Abu Dhabi (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 Abu Dhabi versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:40 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 35m |
| 2025 | 5:40 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 35m |
| 2021 | 5:40 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 35m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Abu Dhabi today?
In Abu Dhabi, the sun rises at exactly 5:40 AM and sets at 7:16 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 35m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Abu Dhabi today?
Today, morning golden hour in Abu Dhabi runs from N/A to 6:13 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:43 PM and lasts until 7:13 PM.
Why does sunrise in Abu Dhabi shift every day?
At Abu Dhabi's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 459.26° (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 Abu Dhabi at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:28 PM when the sun reaches 41.59. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Abu Dhabi today.
Has the sunrise time in Abu Dhabi 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 5:40 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:40 AM.