Today in Baalbek-Hermel, Lebanon, the sun rises at 6:01 AM and sets at 7:17 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 15m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Baalbek-Hermel is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Baalbek-Hermel
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Baalbek-Hermel runs from N/A to 6:35 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:43 PM and lasts until 7:17 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Baalbek-Hermel sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Baalbek-Hermel falls exactly at 12:39 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 51.06 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Baalbek-Hermel in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Baalbek-Hermel?
At Baalbek-Hermel's latitude of 34.1789038°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 64.21° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Baalbek-Hermel are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 34.1789038, 36.2609835. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Baalbek-Hermel (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 Baalbek-Hermel versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:01 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 15m |
| 2025 | 6:01 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 15m |
| 2021 | 6:01 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 15m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Baalbek-Hermel today?
In Baalbek-Hermel, the sun rises at exactly 6:01 AM and sets at 7:17 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 15m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Baalbek-Hermel today?
Today, morning golden hour in Baalbek-Hermel runs from N/A to 6:35 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:43 PM and lasts until 7:14 PM.
Why does sunrise in Baalbek-Hermel shift every day?
At Baalbek-Hermel's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 64.21° (ENE). 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 Baalbek-Hermel at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:39 PM when the sun reaches 51.06. This produces very high UV, typical of Baalbek-Hermel in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Baalbek-Hermel 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 6:01 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:01 AM.