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Sun Times in Chaozhou
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chaozhou?
Sunrise in Chaozhou on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:49 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chaozhou?
Sunset in Chaozhou on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:46 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chaozhou?
Morning golden hour in Chaozhou ends at 6:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:15 PM.
How long is the day in Chaozhou?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Chaozhou there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chaozhou?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chaozhou at 12:17 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chaozhou?
In Chaozhou, sunset is at 6:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:05 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chaozhou?
Twilight in Chaozhou lasts approximately 80 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 Chaozhou?
The earliest sunrise in Chaozhou in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 8 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chaozhou?
The latest sunset in Chaozhou in 2026 is at 7:04 PM on June 26 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chaozhou?
After sunset at 6:46 PM in Chaozhou, civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:05 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chaozhou 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 Chaozhou
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chaozhou on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:57 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 50m |
| February | 6:46 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 22m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:52 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 42m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 17m |
| June | 5:26 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 35m |
| July | 5:35 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 28m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 58m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 6:10 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 37m |
| November | 6:27 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 01m |
| December | 6:47 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 41m |