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Sun Times in Changde
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Changde?
Sunrise in Changde on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Changde?
Sunset in Changde on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:01 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Changde?
Morning golden hour in Changde ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:29 PM.
How long is the day in Changde?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Changde there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Changde?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Changde at 12:34 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Changde?
In Changde, sunset is at 7:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:23 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Changde?
Twilight in Changde 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 Changde?
The earliest sunrise in Changde in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 7 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Changde?
The latest sunset in Changde in 2026 is at 7:36 PM on June 28 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Changde?
After sunset at 7:01 PM in Changde, civil twilight ends at 7:25 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:23 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Changde 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 Changde
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Changde on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 29m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 51m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 36m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 59m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 50m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 7:13 PM | 13h 12m |
| September | 6:17 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:56 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 43m |
| December | 7:19 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 18m |