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Sun Times in Dongcheng
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dongcheng?
Sunrise in Dongcheng on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dongcheng?
Sunset in Dongcheng on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:10 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dongcheng?
Morning golden hour in Dongcheng ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:40 PM.
How long is the day in Dongcheng?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Dongcheng there are 12 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dongcheng?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dongcheng at 12:46 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dongcheng?
In Dongcheng, sunset is at 7:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:27 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dongcheng?
Twilight in Dongcheng lasts approximately 77 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 Dongcheng?
The earliest sunrise in Dongcheng in 2026 is at 6:02 AM on May 30 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dongcheng?
The latest sunset in Dongcheng in 2026 is at 7:25 PM on June 30 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dongcheng?
After sunset at 7:10 PM in Dongcheng, civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:27 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dongcheng 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 Dongcheng
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dongcheng on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 04m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 30m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 35m |
| May | 6:06 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 04m |
| June | 6:03 AM | 7:22 PM | 13h 19m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 13m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 48m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:36 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 42m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 13m |
| December | 7:08 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 57m |