Sun Times in Shankou
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shankou?
Sunrise in Shankou on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shankou?
Sunset in Shankou on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:12 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shankou?
Morning golden hour in Shankou ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:42 PM.
How long is the day in Shankou?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Shankou there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shankou?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shankou at 12:45 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shankou?
In Shankou, sunset is at 7:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:31 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shankou?
Twilight in Shankou 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 Shankou?
The earliest sunrise in Shankou in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on June 3 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shankou?
The latest sunset in Shankou in 2026 is at 7:27 PM on June 24 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shankou?
After sunset at 7:12 PM in Shankou, civil twilight ends at 7:35 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:31 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shankou 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 Shankou
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shankou on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 6:19 PM | 10h 58m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 26m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 6:02 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 10m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 27m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 20m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 53m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:36 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 07m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 50m |
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