Sunrise and Sunset times in Gent, Belgium 
Today:
 Sunrise: 08:16:53
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 Sunset: 17:41:17
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Day Length: 9h 24m 24s
Time zone: Europe/Brussels, UTC +1 h.
Latitude: 51.03, Longitude: 3.7
Gent
Flanders, Belgium 
444 336 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-Feb-01, Sunday | 08:21:34 | 12:58:45 | 17:35:56 | 9h 14m 22s |
| 2026-Feb-02, Monday | 08:20:02 | 12:58:52 | 17:37:42 | 9h 17m 40s |
| 2026-Feb-03, Tuesday | 08:18:28 | 12:58:59 | 17:39:29 | 9h 21m 1s |
| 2026-Feb-04, Wednesday | 08:16:53 | 12:59:05 | 17:41:17 | 9h 24m 24s |
| 2026-Feb-05, Thursday | 08:15:15 | 12:59:10 | 17:43:04 | 9h 27m 49s |
| 2026-Feb-06, Friday | 08:13:36 | 12:59:14 | 17:44:51 | 9h 31m 15s |
| 2026-Feb-07, Saturday | 08:11:56 | 12:59:17 | 17:46:39 | 9h 34m 43s |
| 2026-Feb-08, Sunday | 08:10:13 | 12:59:20 | 17:48:27 | 9h 38m 14s |
| 2026-Feb-09, Monday | 08:08:29 | 12:59:22 | 17:50:15 | 9h 41m 46s |
| 2026-Feb-10, Tuesday | 08:06:43 | 12:59:23 | 17:52:02 | 9h 45m 19s |
| 2026-Feb-11, Wednesday | 08:04:56 | 12:59:23 | 17:53:50 | 9h 48m 54s |
| 2026-Feb-12, Thursday | 08:03:08 | 12:59:23 | 17:55:38 | 9h 52m 30s |
| 2026-Feb-13, Friday | 08:01:18 | 12:59:22 | 17:57:26 | 9h 56m 8s |
| 2026-Feb-14, Saturday | 07:59:26 | 12:59:20 | 17:59:13 | 9h 59m 47s |
| 2026-Feb-15, Sunday | 07:57:33 | 12:59:17 | 18:01:00 | 10h 3m 27s |
| 2026-Feb-16, Monday | 07:55:39 | 12:59:13 | 18:02:48 | 10h 7m 9s |
| 2026-Feb-17, Tuesday | 07:53:44 | 12:59:09 | 18:04:35 | 10h 10m 51s |
| 2026-Feb-18, Wednesday | 07:51:47 | 12:59:05 | 18:06:22 | 10h 14m 35s |
| 2026-Feb-19, Thursday | 07:49:50 | 12:58:59 | 18:08:08 | 10h 18m 18s |
| 2026-Feb-20, Friday | 07:47:51 | 12:58:53 | 18:09:55 | 10h 22m 4s |
| 2026-Feb-21, Saturday | 07:45:51 | 12:58:46 | 18:11:41 | 10h 25m 50s |
| 2026-Feb-22, Sunday | 07:43:50 | 12:58:39 | 18:13:27 | 10h 29m 37s |
| 2026-Feb-23, Monday | 07:41:48 | 12:58:31 | 18:15:13 | 10h 33m 25s |
| 2026-Feb-24, Tuesday | 07:39:46 | 12:58:22 | 18:16:58 | 10h 37m 12s |
| 2026-Feb-25, Wednesday | 07:37:42 | 12:58:13 | 18:18:43 | 10h 41m 1s |
| 2026-Feb-26, Thursday | 07:35:37 | 12:58:03 | 18:20:28 | 10h 44m 51s |
| 2026-Feb-27, Friday | 07:33:32 | 12:57:52 | 18:22:13 | 10h 48m 41s |
| 2026-Feb-28, Saturday | 07:31:26 | 12:57:41 | 18:23:57 | 10h 52m 31s |
Day length in Gent during the year on the chart:
Gent on Belgium map:
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*Calculation of distances from capital to capital
Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks