BYAS, Nepal – November 3, 2025 – As the first light of dawn pierced the pre-morning twilight, Byas, a vibrant municipality nestled in Nepal’s Tanahun District, officially welcomed the new day with a sunrise at approximately 6:21 a.m. this Monday. While a sunrise is a daily occurrence, its specific timing and the atmospheric conditions that accompany it offer a fleeting, yet profound, moment for observation and reflection, deeply intertwining with the rhythm of local life and culture.
The precise moment of sunrise when the upper limb of the sun becomes visible above the horizon is calculated with astronomical precision, taking into account the Earth’s rotation, its orbit around the sun, and the observer’s geographical coordinates. For Byas, positioned geographically between major hubs like Pokhara and the more specific locale of Damauli, the 6:21 a.m. estimate reflects a harmonized average, acknowledging slight variations that can occur even within a few kilometers. Factors such as elevation and local topography can influence the exact visual appearance of the sunrise, creating subtle differences for communities scattered across the Byas region.
Beyond the scientific measurement, the sunrise in Byas holds cultural and practical significance. For centuries, the rising sun has dictated the daily routines of the predominantly agrarian communities in the region. Farmers begin their work in the fields with the break of day, taking advantage of the cooler morning hours. Traders open their shops as the town awakens, and students prepare for school as sunlight fills their homes.
“It’s more than just light; it’s the signal to begin,” explains Kamala Devi, a local farmer who has lived in Byas her entire life. “When the sun comes up, you feel the energy of the day starting. It’s a blessing for our crops and for our lives.”
The quality of light at dawn is particularly striking in Byas. The landscape, characterized by rolling hills, the Madi River winding through fertile valleys, and the distant silhouettes of the Himalayas, transforms under the soft, diffused light. This particular morning, with clear skies predicted, offered photographers and nature enthusiasts a spectacular display of color, transitioning from deep purples and indigos to brilliant oranges and soft pinks before settling into the golden hues of morning.