Today in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, the sun rises at 5:52 AM and sets at 6:46 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 53m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Sharjah is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Sharjah
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Sharjah runs from N/A to 6:23 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:15 PM and lasts until 6:46 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Sharjah sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Sharjah falls exactly at 12:19 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.34 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 Sharjah today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Sharjah?
At Sharjah's latitude of 24.9760668°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 86.90° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Sharjah are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 24.9760668, 56.2536044. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Sharjah (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 Sharjah versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:52 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 53m |
| 2025 | 5:52 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 53m |
| 2021 | 5:52 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 53m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Sharjah today?
In Sharjah, the sun rises at exactly 5:52 AM and sets at 6:46 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 53m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Sharjah today?
Today, morning golden hour in Sharjah runs from N/A to 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:15 PM and lasts until 6:44 PM.
Why does sunrise in Sharjah shift every day?
At Sharjah's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 86.90° (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 Sharjah at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:19 PM when the sun reaches 36.34. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Sharjah today.
Has the sunrise time in Sharjah 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 5:52 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:52 AM.