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Sun Times in Heyuan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Heyuan?
Sunrise in Heyuan on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Heyuan?
Sunset in Heyuan on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:43 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Heyuan?
Morning golden hour in Heyuan ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:13 PM.
How long is the day in Heyuan?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Heyuan there are 12 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Heyuan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Heyuan at 12:22 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Heyuan?
In Heyuan, sunset is at 6:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:01 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Heyuan?
Twilight in Heyuan lasts approximately 78 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 Heyuan?
The earliest sunrise in Heyuan in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 2 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Heyuan?
The latest sunset in Heyuan in 2026 is at 7:12 PM on June 27 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Heyuan?
After sunset at 6:43 PM in Heyuan, civil twilight ends at 7:06 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:01 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Heyuan 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 Heyuan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Heyuan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 50m |
| February | 6:54 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 22m |
| March | 6:30 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 42m |
| May | 5:39 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 17m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 36m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 28m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 58m |
| September | 6:07 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 6:18 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 37m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 00m |
| December | 6:55 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 41m |