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Sun Times in Ningbo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ningbo?
Sunrise in Ningbo on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:27 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ningbo?
Sunset in Ningbo on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:23 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ningbo?
Morning golden hour in Ningbo ends at 5:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Ningbo?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Ningbo there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ningbo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ningbo at 11:55 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ningbo?
In Ningbo, sunset is at 6:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:46 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ningbo?
Twilight in Ningbo lasts approximately 83 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 Ningbo?
The earliest sunrise in Ningbo in 2026 is at 4:52 AM on June 5 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ningbo?
The latest sunset in Ningbo in 2026 is at 6:58 PM on June 23 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ningbo?
After sunset at 6:23 PM in Ningbo, civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:46 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ningbo 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 Ningbo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ningbo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:50 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 26m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 08m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:27 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 5:00 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 39m |
| June | 4:52 AM | 6:56 PM | 14h 03m |
| July | 5:03 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 53m |
| August | 5:21 AM | 6:35 PM | 13h 14m |
| September | 5:38 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:18 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 40m |
| December | 6:41 AM | 4:55 PM | 10h 14m |