Today in Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates, the sun rises at 5:30 AM and sets at 7:10 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 39m 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, Khor Fakkan is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Khor Fakkan
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Khor Fakkan runs from N/A to 6:04 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:37 PM and lasts until 7:10 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Khor Fakkan sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Khor Fakkan falls exactly at 12:20 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.97 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 Khor Fakkan today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Khor Fakkan?
At Khor Fakkan's latitude of 25.3491721°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 459.08° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Khor Fakkan are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 25.3491721, 56.3478105. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Khor Fakkan (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 Khor Fakkan versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:30 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 39m |
| 2025 | 5:31 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 39m |
| 2021 | 5:31 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 39m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Khor Fakkan today?
In Khor Fakkan, the sun rises at exactly 5:30 AM and sets at 7:10 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 39m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Khor Fakkan today?
Today, morning golden hour in Khor Fakkan runs from N/A to 6:04 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:37 PM and lasts until 7:07 PM.
Why does sunrise in Khor Fakkan shift every day?
At Khor Fakkan's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 459.08° (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 Khor Fakkan at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:20 PM when the sun reaches 39.97. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Khor Fakkan today.
Has the sunrise time in Khor Fakkan 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 5:31 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:31 AM.