Today in Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium, the sun rises at 5:38 AM and sets at 9:58 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 19m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Brussels-Capital Region is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Brussels-Capital Region
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Brussels-Capital Region runs from N/A to 6:31 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:06 PM and lasts until 9:58 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Brussels-Capital Region experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 19m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Brussels-Capital Region falls exactly at 1:48 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 61.66 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Brussels-Capital Region in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Brussels-Capital Region?
At Brussels-Capital Region's latitude of 50.8416804°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 365.97° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Brussels-Capital Region are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 50.8416804, 4.3582377. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Brussels-Capital Region (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Brussels-Capital Region versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:38 AM | 9:58 PM | 16h 19m |
| 2025 | 5:39 AM | 9:58 PM | 16h 18m |
| 2021 | 5:39 AM | 9:58 PM | 16h 18m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Brussels-Capital Region today?
In Brussels-Capital Region, the sun rises at exactly 5:38 AM and sets at 9:58 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 19m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Brussels-Capital Region today?
Today, morning golden hour in Brussels-Capital Region runs from N/A to 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:06 PM and lasts until 9:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Brussels-Capital Region shift every day?
At Brussels-Capital Region's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 365.97° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Brussels-Capital Region at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:48 PM when the sun reaches 61.66. This produces very high UV, typical of Brussels-Capital Region in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Brussels-Capital Region changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 5:39 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:39 AM.