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Jerusalem, Israel - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Jerusalem? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Jerusalem, Israel, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Jerusalem Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:16 AM – 6:48 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Asia/Jerusalem

Sunrise times by month in Jerusalem

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January6:40 AM4:58 PM10h 17m
February6:22 AM5:26 PM11h 3m
March5:51 AM5:47 PM11h 56m
April6:12 AM7:08 PM12h 56m
May5:43 AM7:29 PM13h 45m
June5:34 AM7:47 PM14h 12m
July5:45 AM7:47 PM14h 2m
August6:05 AM7:25 PM13h 19m
September6:24 AM6:47 PM12h 23m
October6:43 AM6:09 PM11h 25m
November6:08 AM4:41 PM10h 33m
December6:32 AM4:38 PM10h 5m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

Tonight's sunset in Jerusalem — time, golden hour & quality forecast

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Jerusalem today?

Today's sunrise in Jerusalem, Israel is at 6:16 AM, giving 12h 47m of daylight before sunset at 7:04 PM.

What time is first light in Jerusalem today?

First light in Jerusalem begins at 5:51 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:16 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Jerusalem?

The morning golden hour in Jerusalem runs 6:16 AM – 6:48 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Jerusalem?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:16 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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