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Sun Times in Erenhot
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Erenhot?
Sunrise in Erenhot on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Erenhot?
Sunset in Erenhot on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:08 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Erenhot?
Morning golden hour in Erenhot ends at 6:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:30 PM.
How long is the day in Erenhot?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Erenhot there are 13 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Erenhot?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Erenhot at 12:32 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Erenhot?
In Erenhot, sunset is at 7:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:50 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Erenhot?
Twilight in Erenhot lasts approximately 102 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 Erenhot?
The earliest sunrise in Erenhot in 2026 is at 4:49 AM on June 15 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Erenhot?
The latest sunset in Erenhot in 2026 is at 8:17 PM on June 21 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Erenhot?
After sunset at 7:08 PM in Erenhot, civil twilight ends at 7:37 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:50 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Erenhot 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 Erenhot
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Erenhot on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:02 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 18m |
| February | 7:31 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 30m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 7:50 PM | 14h 43m |
| June | 4:49 AM | 8:15 PM | 15h 25m |
| July | 5:04 AM | 8:11 PM | 15h 08m |
| August | 5:36 AM | 7:36 PM | 14h 00m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 6:45 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 42m |
| December | 7:58 AM | 4:55 PM | 8h 57m |