Sun Times in Shanghai
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shanghai?
Sunrise in Shanghai on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:19 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shanghai?
Sunset in Shanghai on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:37 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shanghai?
Morning golden hour in Shanghai ends at 5:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:04 PM.
How long is the day in Shanghai?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Shanghai there are 13 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shanghai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shanghai at 11:58 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shanghai?
In Shanghai, sunset is at 6:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:04 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shanghai?
Twilight in Shanghai lasts approximately 87 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 Shanghai?
The earliest sunrise in Shanghai in 2026 is at 4:49 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 Shanghai?
The latest sunset in Shanghai in 2026 is at 7:02 PM on June 26 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shanghai?
After sunset at 6:37 PM in Shanghai, civil twilight ends at 7:02 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:04 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shanghai 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 Shanghai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shanghai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:53 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 20m |
| February | 6:35 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 05m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 5:26 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 56m |
| May | 4:58 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 44m |
| June | 4:49 AM | 6:59 PM | 14h 10m |
| July | 5:00 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 59m |
| August | 5:19 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 5:38 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 5:56 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 26m |
| November | 6:20 AM | 4:55 PM | 10h 35m |
| December | 6:44 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 08m |
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