Today in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, the sun rises at 7:35 AM and sets at 6:53 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 18m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Ballymena is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Ballymena
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Ballymena runs from N/A to 8:24 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:05 PM and lasts until 6:53 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Ballymena experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 18m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Ballymena falls exactly at 1:14 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 30.39 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 Ballymena today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Ballymena?
At Ballymena's latitude of 54.8662966°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 355.97° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Ballymena are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 54.8662966, -6.2760159. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Ballymena (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 Ballymena versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:35 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 18m |
| 2025 | 7:36 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 17m |
| 2021 | 7:36 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 16m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Ballymena today?
In Ballymena, the sun rises at exactly 7:35 AM and sets at 6:53 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 18m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Ballymena today?
Today, morning golden hour in Ballymena runs from N/A to 8:24 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:05 PM and lasts until 6:50 PM.
Why does sunrise in Ballymena shift every day?
At Ballymena's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 355.97° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 4 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Ballymena at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:14 PM when the sun reaches 30.39. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Ballymena today.
Has the sunrise time in Ballymena 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 7:36 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:36 AM.