Today in Basel-Stadt, Switzerland, the sun rises at 6:34 AM and sets at 8:34 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 59m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Basel-Stadt is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Basel-Stadt
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Basel-Stadt runs from N/A to 7:16 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:52 PM and lasts until 8:34 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Basel-Stadt experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 13h 59m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Basel-Stadt falls exactly at 1:34 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 54.17 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Basel-Stadt in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Basel-Stadt?
At Basel-Stadt's latitude of 47.5579097°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 11.24° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Basel-Stadt are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 47.5579097, 7.5927728. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Basel-Stadt (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 Basel-Stadt versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:34 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 59m |
| 2025 | 6:34 AM | 8:33 PM | 13h 58m |
| 2021 | 6:34 AM | 8:33 PM | 13h 58m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Basel-Stadt today?
In Basel-Stadt, the sun rises at exactly 6:34 AM and sets at 8:34 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 59m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Basel-Stadt today?
Today, morning golden hour in Basel-Stadt runs from N/A to 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:52 PM and lasts until 8:30 PM.
Why does sunrise in Basel-Stadt shift every day?
At Basel-Stadt's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 11.24° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 3 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Basel-Stadt at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:34 PM when the sun reaches 54.17. This produces very high UV, typical of Basel-Stadt in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Basel-Stadt 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 6:34 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:34 AM.