Today in Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates, the sun rises at 5:54 AM and sets at 6:49 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 55m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Umm Al Quwain is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Umm Al Quwain
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Umm Al Quwain runs from N/A to 6:25 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:18 PM and lasts until 6:49 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Umm Al Quwain sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Umm Al Quwain falls exactly at 12:21 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.79 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 Umm Al Quwain today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Umm Al Quwain?
At Umm Al Quwain's latitude of 25.5144944°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 86.25° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Umm Al Quwain are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 25.5144944, 55.718292. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Umm Al Quwain (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 Umm Al Quwain versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:54 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 55m |
| 2025 | 5:54 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 54m |
| 2021 | 5:54 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 54m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Umm Al Quwain today?
In Umm Al Quwain, the sun rises at exactly 5:54 AM and sets at 6:49 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 55m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Umm Al Quwain today?
Today, morning golden hour in Umm Al Quwain runs from N/A to 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:18 PM and lasts until 6:46 PM.
Why does sunrise in Umm Al Quwain shift every day?
At Umm Al Quwain's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 86.25° (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 Umm Al Quwain at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:21 PM when the sun reaches 36.79. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Umm Al Quwain today.
Has the sunrise time in Umm Al Quwain 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 5:54 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:54 AM.