Sun Times in Shanmen
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shanmen?
Sunrise in Shanmen on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shanmen?
Sunset in Shanmen on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 7:18 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shanmen?
Morning golden hour in Shanmen ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in Shanmen?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Shanmen there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shanmen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shanmen at 12:54 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shanmen?
In Shanmen, sunset is at 7:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:45 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shanmen?
Twilight in Shanmen 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 Shanmen?
The earliest sunrise in Shanmen in 2026 is at 5:40 AM on June 11 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shanmen?
The latest sunset in Shanmen in 2026 is at 8:11 PM on June 22 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shanmen?
After sunset at 7:18 PM in Shanmen, civil twilight ends at 7:44 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:45 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shanmen 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 Shanmen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shanmen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:01 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 05m |
| February | 7:40 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 7:05 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 58m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 28m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 16m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:59 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 7:27 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 22m |
| December | 7:54 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 51m |
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