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Sun Times in Haidian
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Haidian?
Sunrise in Haidian on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:44 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Haidian?
Sunset in Haidian on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:43 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Haidian?
Morning golden hour in Haidian ends at 6:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:07 PM.
How long is the day in Haidian?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Haidian there are 12 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Haidian?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Haidian 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 Haidian?
In Haidian, sunset is at 6:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:18 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Haidian?
Twilight in Haidian lasts approximately 95 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 Haidian?
The earliest sunrise in Haidian in 2026 is at 4:45 AM on June 9 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Haidian?
The latest sunset in Haidian in 2026 is at 7:47 PM on June 21 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Haidian?
After sunset at 6:43 PM in Haidian, civil twilight ends at 7:11 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:18 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Haidian 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 Haidian
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Haidian on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:34 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 39m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:37 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 5:00 AM | 7:22 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 4:45 AM | 7:45 PM | 15h 00m |
| July | 4:58 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 45m |
| August | 5:26 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 46m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:24 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 6:59 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 7:29 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 21m |