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Sunrise and sunset in Baghdad, Iraq
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 6:05 AM–6:38 AM and 5:01 PM–5:34 PM
Times are local time in Baghdad. Current time in Baghdad →
Sunrise and sunset in Baghdad through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:57 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 52m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:07 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 23m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:21 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 51m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:34 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 27m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:49 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 7m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 6:59 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 58m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:07 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 59m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:07 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 10m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:59 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 34m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:48 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 59m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:32 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 27m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:14 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 56m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 5:52 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 31m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 5:34 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 59m |
| May 1, 2027 | 5:16 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 29m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:04 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 52m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 4:55 AM | 7:07 PM | 14h 12m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 4:53 AM | 7:14 PM | 14h 21m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 4:57 AM | 7:17 PM | 14h 20m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:04 AM | 7:14 PM | 14h 10m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 5:15 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 48m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 5:25 AM | 6:50 PM | 13h 25m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 5:37 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 53m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 5:46 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 25m |
Calculated for 33.35°N, 44.42°E, including daylight saving time where Baghdad uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Baghdad this year
- Longest day: June 21 (14h 22m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (9h 56m)
- Earliest sunrise: 4:53 AM on June 8
- Latest sunset: 7:17 PM on June 27
Questions
What time is sunrise in Baghdad today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 6:05 AM and sets at 5:34 PM in Baghdad, giving 11 hours 29 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Baghdad?
The longest day in Baghdad in 2026 is June 21, with 14 hours 22 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Baghdad?
The shortest day in Baghdad in 2026 is December 22, with 9 hours 56 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Baghdad?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 4:53 AM on June 8, and the latest sunset is 7:17 PM on June 27. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Baghdad?
Today, golden hour in Baghdad is from sunrise (6:05 AM) to 6:38 AM in the morning, and from 5:01 PM to sunset (5:34 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.