Sun Times in Lijiang
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lijiang?
Sunrise in Lijiang on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:52 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lijiang?
Sunset in Lijiang on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:33 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lijiang?
Morning golden hour in Lijiang ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:03 PM.
How long is the day in Lijiang?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Lijiang there are 12 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lijiang?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lijiang at 1:13 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lijiang?
In Lijiang, sunset is at 7:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:51 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lijiang?
Twilight in Lijiang 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 Lijiang?
The earliest sunrise in Lijiang in 2026 is at 6:24 AM on June 3 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lijiang?
The latest sunset in Lijiang in 2026 is at 8:02 PM on June 24 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lijiang?
After sunset at 7:33 PM in Lijiang, civil twilight ends at 7:56 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:51 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lijiang 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 Lijiang
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lijiang on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:56 AM | 6:46 PM | 10h 50m |
| February | 7:45 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 22m |
| March | 7:21 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:51 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 42m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 16m |
| June | 6:25 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 35m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 27m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 58m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 37m |
| November | 7:26 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 01m |
| December | 7:46 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 42m |
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