Today in Bahia, Brazil, the sun rises at 6:10 AM and sets at 5:36 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 25m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Bahia is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Bahia
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Bahia runs from N/A to 6:41 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:06 PM and lasts until 5:36 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Bahia's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Bahia falls exactly at 11:53 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 35.14 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 Bahia today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Bahia?
At Bahia's latitude of -12.285251°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 230.63° (SW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Bahia are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -12.285251, -41.9294776. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Bahia (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 Bahia versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:10 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 25m |
| 2025 | 6:10 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 25m |
| 2021 | 6:10 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 25m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Bahia today?
In Bahia, the sun rises at exactly 6:10 AM and sets at 5:36 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 25m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Bahia today?
Today, morning golden hour in Bahia runs from N/A to 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:06 PM and lasts until 5:34 PM.
Why does sunrise in Bahia shift every day?
At Bahia's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 230.63° (SW). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Bahia at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:53 AM when the sun reaches 35.14. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Bahia today.
Has the sunrise time in Bahia 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 6:10 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:10 AM.