Sun Times in Shangri-La
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shangri-La?
Sunrise in Shangri-La on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:57 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shangri-La?
Sunset in Shangri-La on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:46 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shangri-La?
Morning golden hour in Shangri-La ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Shangri-La?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Shangri-La there are 12 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shangri-La?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shangri-La at 1:22 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shangri-La?
In Shangri-La, sunset is at 7:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:07 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shangri-La?
Twilight in Shangri-La lasts approximately 81 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 Shangri-La?
The earliest sunrise in Shangri-La in 2026 is at 6:24 AM on June 4 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shangri-La?
The latest sunset in Shangri-La in 2026 is at 8:21 PM on June 27 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shangri-La?
After sunset at 7:46 PM in Shangri-La, civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:07 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shangri-La 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 Shangri-La
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shangri-La on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:13 AM | 6:47 PM | 10h 34m |
| February | 7:58 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 13m |
| March | 7:31 AM | 7:29 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 49m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 31m |
| June | 6:24 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 54m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 44m |
| August | 6:51 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 7:42 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 47m |
| December | 8:04 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 24m |
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