Today in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, the sun rises at 7:51 AM and sets at 7:15 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 24m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Sint-Niklaas is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Sint-Niklaas
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Sint-Niklaas runs from N/A to 8:35 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:30 PM and lasts until 7:15 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Sint-Niklaas experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 24m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Sint-Niklaas falls exactly at 1:33 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 33.85 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Sint-Niklaas today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Sint-Niklaas?
At Sint-Niklaas's latitude of 51.1646685°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 8.32° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Sint-Niklaas are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.1646685, 4.1395124. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Sint-Niklaas (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 Sint-Niklaas versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:51 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 24m |
| 2025 | 7:51 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 23m |
| 2021 | 7:51 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 23m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Sint-Niklaas today?
In Sint-Niklaas, the sun rises at exactly 7:51 AM and sets at 7:15 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 24m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Sint-Niklaas today?
Today, morning golden hour in Sint-Niklaas runs from N/A to 8:35 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:30 PM and lasts until 7:11 PM.
Why does sunrise in Sint-Niklaas shift every day?
At Sint-Niklaas's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 8.32° (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 Sint-Niklaas at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:33 PM when the sun reaches 33.85. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Sint-Niklaas today.
Has the sunrise time in Sint-Niklaas 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 7:51 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:51 AM.