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Sun Times in Aikou
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Aikou?
Sunrise in Aikou on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Aikou?
Sunset in Aikou on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:11 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Aikou?
Morning golden hour in Aikou ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:40 PM.
How long is the day in Aikou?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Aikou there are 12 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Aikou?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Aikou at 12:46 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Aikou?
In Aikou, sunset is at 7:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:33 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Aikou?
Twilight in Aikou lasts approximately 82 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 Aikou?
The earliest sunrise in Aikou in 2026 is at 5:47 AM on June 2 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Aikou?
The latest sunset in Aikou in 2026 is at 7:46 PM on June 29 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Aikou?
After sunset at 7:11 PM in Aikou, civil twilight ends at 7:36 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:33 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Aikou 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 Aikou
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Aikou on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:38 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 32m |
| February | 7:23 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 50m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 33m |
| June | 5:47 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 56m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 47m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 10m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 6:45 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 7:06 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 45m |
| December | 7:29 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 21m |