Sun Times in Maqin County
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Maqin County?
Sunrise in Maqin County on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Maqin County?
Sunset in Maqin County on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Maqin County?
Morning golden hour in Maqin County ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Maqin County?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Maqin County there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Maqin County?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Maqin County at 1:23 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Maqin County?
In Maqin County, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:35 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Maqin County?
Twilight in Maqin County lasts approximately 91 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 Maqin County?
The earliest sunrise in Maqin County in 2026 is at 6:05 AM on June 11 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Maqin County?
The latest sunset in Maqin County in 2026 is at 8:35 PM on June 23 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Maqin County?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in Maqin County, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:35 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Maqin County 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 Maqin County
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Maqin County on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:25 AM | 6:31 PM | 10h 06m |
| February | 8:04 AM | 7:02 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:26 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:48 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 6:16 AM | 8:14 PM | 13h 57m |
| June | 6:06 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 27m |
| July | 6:17 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 15m |
| August | 6:39 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 27m |
| September | 7:01 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 23m |
| December | 8:17 AM | 6:09 PM | 9h 52m |
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