Today in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates, the sun rises at 5:57 AM and sets at 6:50 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 52m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Jebel Ali is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Jebel Ali
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Jebel Ali runs from N/A to 6:28 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:19 PM and lasts until 6:50 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Jebel Ali sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Jebel Ali falls exactly at 12:24 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.21 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 Jebel Ali today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Jebel Ali?
At Jebel Ali's latitude of 24.9775987°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 86.01° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Jebel Ali are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 24.9775987, 55.0910742. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Jebel Ali (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 Jebel Ali versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:57 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 52m |
| 2025 | 5:57 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 52m |
| 2021 | 5:57 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 52m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Jebel Ali today?
In Jebel Ali, the sun rises at exactly 5:57 AM and sets at 6:50 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 52m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Jebel Ali today?
Today, morning golden hour in Jebel Ali runs from N/A to 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:19 PM and lasts until 6:47 PM.
Why does sunrise in Jebel Ali shift every day?
At Jebel Ali's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 86.01° (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 Jebel Ali at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:24 PM when the sun reaches 37.21. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Jebel Ali today.
Has the sunrise time in Jebel Ali 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 5:57 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:57 AM.