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Sun Times in Shatian
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shatian?
Sunrise in Shatian on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shatian?
Sunset in Shatian on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:11 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shatian?
Morning golden hour in Shatian ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:41 PM.
How long is the day in Shatian?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Shatian there are 12 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shatian?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shatian 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 Shatian?
In Shatian, sunset is at 7:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:29 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shatian?
Twilight in Shatian 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 Shatian?
The earliest sunrise in Shatian in 2026 is at 5:58 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 Shatian?
The latest sunset in Shatian in 2026 is at 7:28 PM on July 2 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shatian?
After sunset at 7:11 PM in Shatian, civil twilight ends at 7:34 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:29 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shatian 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 Shatian
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shatian 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 27m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 38m |
| May | 6:03 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 10m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 26m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 19m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 53m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 6:37 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 40m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 07m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 50m |