Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Yemen
Major Cities
Capital: Sana'a (sunrise data available on city page)
About Sunrise & Sunset in Yemen
Yemen spans approximately 15.6°N. Yemen's near-tropical location gives it consistent daylight throughout the year, typically 11 to 13 hours with minimal seasonal swing. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in Yemen
Golden hour photography across Yemen varies by location and season. At temperate latitudes, Yemen enjoys golden hour windows of 45 to 90 minutes, with the longest windows in winter when the sun travels a lower arc. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in Yemen
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Yemen depends on latitude. Yemen's near-equatorial position means consistent daylight of 11 to 13 hours year-round, with minimal seasonal variation.
The best time of year to visit Yemen for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is sunrise in Yemen today?
- Sunrise in Yemen varies by location. See individual city pages for exact times.
- Which city in Yemen has the earliest sunrise?
- Sunrise timing varies by city in Yemen. Eastern cities generally see sunrise earliest.
- How many daylight hours does Yemen get?
- Yemen's near-tropical location means consistent daylight year-round, typically 11 to 13 hours per day with little seasonal variation.