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Sun Times in Houhai
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Houhai?
Sunrise in Houhai on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Houhai?
Sunset in Houhai on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:56 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Houhai?
Morning golden hour in Houhai ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:26 PM.
How long is the day in Houhai?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Houhai there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Houhai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Houhai at 12:29 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Houhai?
In Houhai, sunset is at 6:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:16 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Houhai?
Twilight in Houhai lasts approximately 79 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 Houhai?
The earliest sunrise in Houhai in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on May 29 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Houhai?
The latest sunset in Houhai in 2026 is at 7:12 PM on June 24 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Houhai?
After sunset at 6:56 PM in Houhai, civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:16 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Houhai 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 Houhai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Houhai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:06 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 54m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 13m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 30m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 23m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 04m |
| December | 6:56 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 46m |