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Sun Times in Datun
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Datun?
Sunrise in Datun on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:41 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Datun?
Sunset in Datun on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:46 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Datun?
Morning golden hour in Datun ends at 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:12 PM.
How long is the day in Datun?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Datun there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Datun?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Datun at 12:14 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Datun?
In Datun, sunset is at 6:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:15 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Datun?
Twilight in Datun 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 Datun?
The earliest sunrise in Datun in 2026 is at 4:58 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 Datun?
The latest sunset in Datun in 2026 is at 7:29 PM on June 21 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Datun?
After sunset at 6:46 PM in Datun, civil twilight ends at 7:12 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:15 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Datun 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 Datun
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Datun on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 04m |
| February | 6:58 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 6:23 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:41 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 59m |
| June | 4:58 AM | 7:27 PM | 14h 29m |
| July | 5:10 AM | 7:26 PM | 14h 16m |
| August | 5:32 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:17 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 21m |
| December | 7:12 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 50m |