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Sun Times in Qincheng
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Qincheng?
Sunrise in Qincheng on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Qincheng?
Sunset in Qincheng on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:36 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Qincheng?
Morning golden hour in Qincheng ends at 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:05 PM.
How long is the day in Qincheng?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Qincheng there are 12 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Qincheng?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Qincheng at 12:14 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Qincheng?
In Qincheng, sunset is at 6:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:56 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Qincheng?
Twilight in Qincheng lasts approximately 80 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 Qincheng?
The earliest sunrise in Qincheng in 2026 is at 5:18 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 Qincheng?
The latest sunset in Qincheng in 2026 is at 7:12 PM on June 25 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Qincheng?
After sunset at 6:36 PM in Qincheng, civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:56 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Qincheng 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 Qincheng
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Qincheng on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 37m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 15m |
| March | 6:23 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 48m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 29m |
| June | 5:18 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 51m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 42m |
| August | 5:44 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 07m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 6:33 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 49m |
| December | 6:55 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 26m |