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Sun Times in Shangzi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shangzi?
Sunrise in Shangzi on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shangzi?
Sunset in Shangzi on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:57 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shangzi?
Morning golden hour in Shangzi ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:26 PM.
How long is the day in Shangzi?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Shangzi there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shangzi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shangzi 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 Shangzi?
In Shangzi, sunset is at 6:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:16 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shangzi?
Twilight in Shangzi 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 Shangzi?
The earliest sunrise in Shangzi 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 Shangzi?
The latest sunset in Shangzi in 2026 is at 7:13 PM on June 30 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shangzi?
After sunset at 6:57 PM in Shangzi, 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 8:16 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shangzi 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 Shangzi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shangzi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:06 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 54m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 24m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 13m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 31m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 23m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 04m |
| December | 6:56 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 46m |