Today in Vlissingen, Netherlands, the sun rises at 5:38 AM and sets at 10:04 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 25m 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, Vlissingen is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Vlissingen
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Vlissingen runs from N/A to 6:32 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:11 PM and lasts until 10:04 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Vlissingen experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 25m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Vlissingen falls exactly at 1:51 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 61.10 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Vlissingen in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Vlissingen?
At Vlissingen's latitude of 51.4480929°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 364.36° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Vlissingen are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.4480929, 3.5697992. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Vlissingen (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 Vlissingen versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:38 AM | 10:04 PM | 16h 25m |
| 2025 | 5:39 AM | 10:04 PM | 16h 25m |
| 2021 | 5:39 AM | 10:04 PM | 16h 25m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Vlissingen today?
In Vlissingen, the sun rises at exactly 5:38 AM and sets at 10:04 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 25m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Vlissingen today?
Today, morning golden hour in Vlissingen runs from N/A to 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:11 PM and lasts until 10:00 PM.
Why does sunrise in Vlissingen shift every day?
At Vlissingen's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 364.36° (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 Vlissingen at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:51 PM when the sun reaches 61.10. This produces very high UV, typical of Vlissingen in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Vlissingen 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 5:39 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:39 AM.