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Sun Times in Hongtu
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hongtu?
Sunrise in Hongtu on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hongtu?
Sunset in Hongtu on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:27 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hongtu?
Morning golden hour in Hongtu ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:54 PM.
How long is the day in Hongtu?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Hongtu there are 13 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hongtu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hongtu at 12:48 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hongtu?
In Hongtu, sunset is at 7:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:55 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hongtu?
Twilight in Hongtu lasts approximately 87 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 Hongtu?
The earliest sunrise in Hongtu in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 4 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hongtu?
The latest sunset in Hongtu in 2026 is at 7:51 PM on June 24 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hongtu?
After sunset at 7:27 PM in Hongtu, civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:55 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hongtu 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 Hongtu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hongtu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:42 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 21m |
| February | 7:25 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 06m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 56m |
| May | 5:48 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 44m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:48 PM | 14h 10m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 59m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 6:27 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:46 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 26m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 35m |
| December | 7:34 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 09m |