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Sun Times in Minzhu
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Minzhu?
Sunrise in Minzhu on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Minzhu?
Sunset in Minzhu on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:56 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Minzhu?
Morning golden hour in Minzhu ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:25 PM.
How long is the day in Minzhu?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Minzhu there are 12 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Minzhu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Minzhu 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 Minzhu?
In Minzhu, sunset is at 6:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:15 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Minzhu?
Twilight in Minzhu 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 Minzhu?
The earliest sunrise in Minzhu in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on May 31 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Minzhu?
The latest sunset in Minzhu in 2026 is at 7:14 PM on July 4 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Minzhu?
After sunset at 6:56 PM in Minzhu, civil twilight ends at 7:19 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:15 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Minzhu 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 Minzhu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Minzhu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:07 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 54m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 24m |
| March | 6:34 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 14m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 31m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 24m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 56m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 38m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 03m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 45m |