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Sun Times in Shap Pat Heung
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shap Pat Heung?
Sunrise in Shap Pat Heung on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:07 AM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shap Pat Heung?
Sunset in Shap Pat Heung on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:39 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shap Pat Heung?
Morning golden hour in Shap Pat Heung ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:09 PM.
How long is the day in Shap Pat Heung?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Shap Pat Heung there are 12 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shap Pat Heung?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shap Pat Heung at 12:23 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shap Pat Heung?
In Shap Pat Heung, sunset is at 6:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:55 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong). Civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shap Pat Heung?
Twilight in Shap Pat Heung lasts approximately 76 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 Shap Pat Heung?
The earliest sunrise in Shap Pat Heung in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on June 4 (Asia/Hong_Kong). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shap Pat Heung?
The latest sunset in Shap Pat Heung in 2026 is at 7:12 PM on June 28 (Asia/Hong_Kong). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shap Pat Heung?
After sunset at 6:39 PM in Shap Pat Heung, civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:55 PM (Asia/Hong_Kong).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shap Pat Heung 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 Shap Pat Heung
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shap Pat Heung on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 55m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 13m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 30m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 23m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 04m |
| December | 6:55 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 46m |