Sun Times in Hong Kong
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hong Kong?
Sunrise in Hong Kong on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hong Kong?
Sunset in Hong Kong on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:50 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hong Kong?
Morning golden hour in Hong Kong ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:20 PM.
How long is the day in Hong Kong?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Hong Kong there are 12 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hong Kong?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hong Kong at 12:26 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hong Kong?
In Hong Kong, sunset is at 6:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:07 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). Civil twilight ends at 7:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hong Kong?
Twilight in Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong?
The earliest sunrise in Hong Kong in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on June 2 (Asia/Hong_Kong). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hong Kong?
The latest sunset in Hong Kong in 2026 is at 7:11 PM on June 27 (Asia/Hong_Kong). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hong Kong?
After sunset at 6:50 PM in Hong Kong, civil twilight ends at 7:13 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:07 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hong Kong on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 55m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 6:32 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 12m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 29m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 22m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 54m |
| September | 6:09 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:19 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 05m |
| December | 6:54 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 47m |
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