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Sunrise and sunset in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 6:19 AM–6:50 AM and 5:30 PM–6:00 PM
Times are local time in Abu Dhabi. Current time in Abu Dhabi →
Sunrise and sunset in Abu Dhabi through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 6:15 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 56m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:21 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 37m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:30 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 14m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:39 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 58m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:50 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 44m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 6:59 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 38m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:07 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 39m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:09 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 47m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 7:05 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 3m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:58 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 20m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 39m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:33 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 59m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:16 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 23m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:02 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 43m |
| May 1, 2027 | 5:49 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 3m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:40 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 19m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 5:35 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 33m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 5:34 AM | 7:13 PM | 13h 38m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 5:38 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 38m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:43 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 31m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 5:51 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 16m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 5:58 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 1m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:04 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 39m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:09 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 19m |
Calculated for 24.45°N, 54.40°E, including daylight saving time where Abu Dhabi uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Abu Dhabi this year
- Longest day: June 21 (13h 39m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (10h 37m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:34 AM on June 3
- Latest sunset: 7:16 PM on June 29
Questions
What time is sunrise in Abu Dhabi today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 6:19 AM and sets at 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, giving 11 hours 41 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Abu Dhabi?
The longest day in Abu Dhabi in 2026 is June 21, with 13 hours 39 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Abu Dhabi?
The shortest day in Abu Dhabi in 2026 is December 22, with 10 hours 37 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Abu Dhabi?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:34 AM on June 3, and the latest sunset is 7:16 PM on June 29. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Abu Dhabi?
Today, golden hour in Abu Dhabi is from sunrise (6:19 AM) to 6:50 AM in the morning, and from 5:30 PM to sunset (6:00 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.