Today in Mechelen, Belgium, the sun rises at 6:39 AM and sets at 8:54 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 14m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Mechelen is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mechelen
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mechelen runs from N/A to 7:24 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:08 PM and lasts until 8:54 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Mechelen experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 14m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mechelen falls exactly at 1:46 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 51.03 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Mechelen in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mechelen?
At Mechelen's latitude of 51.0281381°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 5.59° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mechelen are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.0281381, 4.4803453. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mechelen (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 Mechelen versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:39 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 14m |
| 2025 | 6:39 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 14m |
| 2021 | 6:39 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 13m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mechelen today?
In Mechelen, the sun rises at exactly 6:39 AM and sets at 8:54 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 14m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mechelen today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mechelen runs from N/A to 7:24 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:08 PM and lasts until 8:50 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mechelen shift every day?
At Mechelen's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 5.59° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 4 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Mechelen at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:46 PM when the sun reaches 51.03. This produces very high UV, typical of Mechelen in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Mechelen 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 6:39 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:39 AM.