Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Belgium
Sunrise in Belgium today ranges from 07:18 in Antwerp to 07:18 in Antwerp, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Brussels
Sunrise
07:18
Sunset
18:32
Major Cities
About Sunrise & Sunset in Belgium
Belgium spans approximately 50.5°N. At this latitude, Belgium sees significant seasonal daylight variation, from roughly 9 hours in winter to 15 hours in summer. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in Belgium
Golden hour photography across Belgium varies by location and season. Near-tropical regions of Belgium experience shorter golden hour windows of 20 to 40 minutes, but the warm light is intense. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in Belgium
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Belgium depends on latitude. At high latitudes, some regions of Belgium may experience near-continuous daylight near the summer solstice and very short days in winter.
The best time of year to visit Belgium for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is sunrise in Belgium today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in Belgium is at 07:18 (Antwerp) and the latest is 07:18 (Antwerp), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in Belgium has the earliest sunrise?
- Antwerp currently has the earliest sunrise in Belgium at 07:18. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does Belgium get?
- Belgium receives roughly 9 hours of daylight in winter and up to 15 hours in summer, reflecting its mid-latitude position.