Today in North Holland, Netherlands, the sun rises at 5:26 AM and sets at 10:06 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 39m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, North Holland is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in North Holland
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in North Holland runs from N/A to 6:22 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:11 PM and lasts until 10:06 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, North Holland experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 39m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in North Holland falls exactly at 1:46 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.76 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of North Holland in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in North Holland?
At North Holland's latitude of 52.7212825°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 366.48° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for North Holland are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 52.7212825, 4.820665. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in North Holland (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 North Holland versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:26 AM | 10:06 PM | 16h 39m |
| 2025 | 5:27 AM | 10:06 PM | 16h 39m |
| 2021 | 5:27 AM | 10:06 PM | 16h 39m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in North Holland today?
In North Holland, the sun rises at exactly 5:26 AM and sets at 10:06 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 39m of daylight.
When is golden hour in North Holland today?
Today, morning golden hour in North Holland runs from N/A to 6:22 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:11 PM and lasts until 10:01 PM.
Why does sunrise in North Holland shift every day?
At North Holland's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 366.48° (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 North Holland at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:46 PM when the sun reaches 59.76. This produces very high UV, typical of North Holland in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in North Holland 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 5:27 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:27 AM.