Sun Times in Chang’an
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chang’an?
Sunrise in Chang’an on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:35 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chang’an?
Sunset in Chang’an on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:17 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chang’an?
Morning golden hour in Chang’an ends at 6:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:40 PM.
How long is the day in Chang’an?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Chang’an there are 13 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chang’an?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chang’an at 12:26 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chang’an?
In Chang’an, sunset is at 7:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:55 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:45 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chang’an?
Twilight in Chang’an lasts approximately 98 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 Chang’an?
The earliest sunrise in Chang’an in 2026 is at 4:58 AM on June 9 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chang’an?
The latest sunset in Chang’an in 2026 is at 7:48 PM on June 21 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chang’an?
After sunset at 7:17 PM in Chang’an, civil twilight ends at 7:45 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:55 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chang’an 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 Chang’an
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chang’an on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 49m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 48m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:47 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 5:11 AM | 7:25 PM | 14h 13m |
| June | 4:58 AM | 7:46 PM | 14h 48m |
| July | 5:10 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 34m |
| August | 5:36 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 39m |
| September | 6:03 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 6:30 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 7:02 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 08m |
| December | 7:30 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 33m |
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