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Sun Times in Chaotian
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chaotian?
Sunrise in Chaotian on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chaotian?
Sunset in Chaotian on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:42 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chaotian?
Morning golden hour in Chaotian ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:09 PM.
How long is the day in Chaotian?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Chaotian there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chaotian?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chaotian at 1:01 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chaotian?
In Chaotian, sunset is at 7:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:12 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chaotian?
Twilight in Chaotian lasts approximately 89 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 Chaotian?
The earliest sunrise in Chaotian in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on June 5 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chaotian?
The latest sunset in Chaotian in 2026 is at 8:08 PM on June 26 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chaotian?
After sunset at 7:42 PM in Chaotian, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:12 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chaotian 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 Chaotian
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chaotian on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:58 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 14m |
| February | 7:39 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 59m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 5:48 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 17m |
| July | 5:59 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 06m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 24m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 30m |
| December | 7:50 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 01m |