Asia
Madinah Sunrise, Sunset & Golden Hour | Saudi Arabia
See today’s sunrise, sunset, dawn, dusk, and golden hour times in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, with a monthly daylight reference and photography-friendly context.
Today in this city
On September 24, 2026 in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, sunrise is at 6:12 AM and sunset is at 6:18 PM (Asia/Riyadh). The day lasts 12h 06m, solar noon is at 12:15 PM, morning golden hour ends at 6:42 AM, and evening golden hour starts at 5:47 PM.
Local date
September 24, 2026
Time zone
GMT+3
Last refreshed
Sep 24, 2026, 9:45 AM
Today’s solar times in Madinah
Dawn
5:49 AM
Sunrise
6:12 AM
Morning golden hour ends
6:42 AM
Evening golden hour starts
5:47 PM
Sunset
6:18 PM
Dusk
6:40 PM
Location and calculation details
Day length
12h 06m
Solar noon
12:15 PM
Coordinates
24.4686, 39.6142
Calculation basis
Times are calculated from latitude 24.4686, longitude 39.6142, and the Asia/Riyadh time zone.
Upcoming sunrise and sunset changes
Compare how sunrise, sunset, and daylight length shift in Madinah over the next few weeks.
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| TodaySep 24, 2026 | 6:12 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 06m |
| TomorrowSep 25, 2026 | 6:12 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 05m |
| +1 weekOct 1, 2026 | 6:14 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 56m |
| +1 monthOct 24, 2026 | 6:24 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 24m |
What these times mean
Madinah changes quickly through the year. Dawn marks first usable twilight, sunrise starts direct daylight, golden hour adds softer low-angle light, sunset ends direct sunlight, and dusk closes civil twilight.
Monthly daylight reference
Use this month-by-month table to compare typical daylight windows in Madinah throughout the current year.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:08 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 47m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 20m |
| March | 6:32 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 43m |
| May | 5:39 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 19m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 39m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 31m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 00m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 37m |
| November | 6:38 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 58m |
| December | 6:58 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 38m |
Yearly daylight milestones
Earliest sunrise
5:33 AM
June 4
Latest sunset
7:15 PM
June 27
Longest day
13h 39m
June 21
Shortest day
10h 37m
December 22
Upcoming solar eclipses
Upcoming solar eclipses visible from Madinah with at least 50% local coverage. Times are shown in local time.
| Date | Time | Maximum magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2, 2027 | 1:07 PM | 107.9% |
| Mar 20, 2034 | 1:18 PM | 104.6% |
| Nov 25, 2049 | 8:33 AM | 100.6% |
| Sep 12, 2053 | 12:34 PM | 103.3% |
| Nov 5, 2059 | 12:18 PM | 94.2% |
Eclipse Syllabus
How to Find Golden Hour for Photography
Learn when golden hour occurs and how to find the perfect time for warm, flattering photography light. Get precise golden hour times for your location.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise and sunset in Madinah today?
On September 24, 2026, sunrise in Madinah, Saudi Arabia is at 6:12 AM and sunset is at 6:18 PM (Asia/Riyadh).
How long is the day in Madinah today?
Today in Madinah, the time between sunrise and sunset is 12h 06m.
When is golden hour in Madinah?
Morning golden hour in Madinah ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:47 PM.
What time is solar noon in Madinah?
Solar noon in Madinah is at 12:15 PM today. This is when the Sun reaches its highest point for the day.
Related city pages
Plan beyond a single city
Use SolarWatch to follow sun position, shadows, and golden hour windows beyond Madinah, with widgets and planning tools for photographers and outdoor routines.
