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Sun Times in Hengchun
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hengchun?
Sunrise in Hengchun on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:34 AM (Asia/Taipei). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hengchun?
Sunset in Hengchun on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:27 PM (Asia/Taipei). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hengchun?
Morning golden hour in Hengchun ends at 6:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:57 PM.
How long is the day in Hengchun?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Hengchun there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hengchun?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hengchun at 12:01 PM (Asia/Taipei). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hengchun?
In Hengchun, sunset is at 6:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:46 PM (Asia/Taipei). Civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hengchun?
Twilight in Hengchun lasts approximately 78 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Hengchun?
The earliest sunrise in Hengchun in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 4 (Asia/Taipei). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hengchun?
The latest sunset in Hengchun in 2026 is at 6:44 PM on June 26 (Asia/Taipei). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hengchun?
After sunset at 6:27 PM in Hengchun, civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:46 PM (Asia/Taipei).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hengchun shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Hengchun
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hengchun on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:38 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 56m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 26m |
| March | 6:06 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:37 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 39m |
| May | 5:17 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 11m |
| June | 5:13 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 28m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 21m |
| August | 5:34 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 54m |
| September | 5:43 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 5:53 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:08 AM | 5:14 PM | 11h 06m |
| December | 6:27 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 48m |