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Sunrise and sunset in Tehran, Iran
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 6:08 AM–6:43 AM and 5:00 PM–5:35 PM
Times are local time in Tehran. Current time in Tehran →
Sunrise and sunset in Tehran through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 6:00 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 51m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:11 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 20m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:27 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 44m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:41 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 18m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:56 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 56m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 7:07 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 46m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:15 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 47m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:14 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 0m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 7:06 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 26m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:53 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 53m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:36 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 23m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:17 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 55m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 5:52 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 33m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 5:33 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 4m |
| May 1, 2027 | 5:14 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 37m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:01 AM | 7:02 PM | 14h 2m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 4:51 AM | 7:15 PM | 14h 24m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 4:49 AM | 7:22 PM | 14h 33m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 4:52 AM | 7:25 PM | 14h 32m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:00 AM | 7:21 PM | 14h 21m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 5:12 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 58m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 5:24 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 32m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 5:37 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 58m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 5:47 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 27m |
Calculated for 35.67°N, 51.43°E, including daylight saving time where Tehran uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Tehran this year
- Longest day: June 21 (14h 34m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (9h 44m)
- Earliest sunrise: 4:49 AM on June 7
- Latest sunset: 7:25 PM on June 25
Questions
What time is sunrise in Tehran today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 6:08 AM and sets at 5:35 PM in Tehran, giving 11 hours 26 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Tehran?
The longest day in Tehran in 2026 is June 21, with 14 hours 34 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Tehran?
The shortest day in Tehran in 2026 is December 22, with 9 hours 44 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Tehran?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 4:49 AM on June 7, and the latest sunset is 7:25 PM on June 25. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Tehran?
Today, golden hour in Tehran is from sunrise (6:08 AM) to 6:43 AM in the morning, and from 5:00 PM to sunset (5:35 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.