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Sun Times in Shangxing
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shangxing?
Sunrise in Shangxing on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shangxing?
Sunset in Shangxing on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:56 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shangxing?
Morning golden hour in Shangxing ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:26 PM.
How long is the day in Shangxing?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Shangxing there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shangxing?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shangxing at 12:29 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shangxing?
In Shangxing, sunset is at 6:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:15 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shangxing?
Twilight in Shangxing lasts approximately 79 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 Shangxing?
The earliest sunrise in Shangxing in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on May 29 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shangxing?
The latest sunset in Shangxing in 2026 is at 7:13 PM on June 25 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shangxing?
After sunset at 6:56 PM in Shangxing, civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:15 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shangxing 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 Shangxing
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shangxing on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:07 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 53m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 24m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 14m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 31m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 24m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 56m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 38m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 03m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 45m |