Today in Ards and North Down, Northern Ireland, the sun rises at 4:57 AM and sets at 9:59 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 2m 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, Ards and North Down is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Ards and North Down
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Ards and North Down runs from N/A to 5:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:00 PM and lasts until 9:59 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Ards and North Down experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 2m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Ards and North Down falls exactly at 1:28 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 57.57 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Ards and North Down in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Ards and North Down?
At Ards and North Down's latitude of 54.5984285°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 347.89° (NNW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Ards and North Down are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 54.5984285, -5.706026. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Ards and North Down (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 Ards and North Down versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:57 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 2m |
| 2025 | 4:57 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 1m |
| 2021 | 4:57 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 1m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Ards and North Down today?
In Ards and North Down, the sun rises at exactly 4:57 AM and sets at 9:59 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 2m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Ards and North Down today?
Today, morning golden hour in Ards and North Down runs from N/A to 5:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:00 PM and lasts until 9:54 PM.
Why does sunrise in Ards and North Down shift every day?
At Ards and North Down's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 347.89° (NNW). 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 Ards and North Down at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:28 PM when the sun reaches 57.57. This produces very high UV, typical of Ards and North Down in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Ards and North Down 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 4:57 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:57 AM.