Sun Times in Sha Tin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sha Tin?
Sunrise in Sha Tin on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sha Tin?
Sunset in Sha Tin on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:51 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sha Tin?
Morning golden hour in Sha Tin ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:21 PM.
How long is the day in Sha Tin?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Sha Tin there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sha Tin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sha Tin at 12:26 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sha Tin?
In Sha Tin, sunset is at 6:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:10 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). Civil twilight ends at 7:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sha Tin?
Twilight in Sha Tin 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 Sha Tin?
The earliest sunrise in Sha Tin in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on May 31 (Asia/Hong_Kong). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sha Tin?
The latest sunset in Sha Tin in 2026 is at 7:11 PM on June 26 (Asia/Hong_Kong). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sha Tin?
After sunset at 6:51 PM in Sha Tin, civil twilight ends at 7:15 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:10 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sha Tin 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 Sha Tin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sha Tin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 55m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 6:32 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 12m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 30m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 23m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 6:09 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:19 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 04m |
| December | 6:54 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 47m |
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