Sun Times in Lai Châu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lai Châu?
Sunrise in Lai Châu on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:44 AM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lai Châu?
Sunset in Lai Châu on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:33 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lai Châu?
Morning golden hour in Lai Châu ends at 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:03 PM.
How long is the day in Lai Châu?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Lai Châu there are 12 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lai Châu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lai Châu at 12:09 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lai Châu?
In Lai Châu, sunset is at 6:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:51 PM (Asia/Bangkok). Civil twilight ends at 6:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lai Châu?
Twilight in Lai Châu 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 Lai Châu?
The earliest sunrise in Lai Châu in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on May 30 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lai Châu?
The latest sunset in Lai Châu in 2026 is at 6:54 PM on June 26 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lai Châu?
After sunset at 6:33 PM in Lai Châu, civil twilight ends at 6:57 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:51 PM (Asia/Bangkok).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lai Châu 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 Lai Châu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lai Châu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:48 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 55m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:46 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:26 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 12m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 30m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 23m |
| August | 5:43 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:02 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:18 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 04m |
| December | 6:37 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 47m |
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