Sun Times in Shenzhen
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shenzhen?
Sunrise in Shenzhen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:31 AM (Asia/Taipei). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shenzhen?
Sunset in Shenzhen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:27 PM (Asia/Taipei). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shenzhen?
Morning golden hour in Shenzhen ends at 6:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Shenzhen?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Shenzhen there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shenzhen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shenzhen at 11:59 AM (Asia/Taipei). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shenzhen?
In Shenzhen, sunset is at 6:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:47 PM (Asia/Taipei). Civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shenzhen?
Twilight in Shenzhen lasts approximately 80 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 Shenzhen?
The earliest sunrise in Shenzhen in 2026 is at 5:05 AM on June 4 (Asia/Taipei). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shenzhen?
The latest sunset in Shenzhen in 2026 is at 6:49 PM on June 24 (Asia/Taipei). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shenzhen?
After sunset at 6:27 PM in Shenzhen, civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:47 PM (Asia/Taipei).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shenzhen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:42 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 45m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 19m |
| March | 6:05 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:34 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 44m |
| May | 5:11 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 21m |
| June | 5:06 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 41m |
| July | 5:15 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 33m |
| August | 5:29 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 01m |
| September | 5:41 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 5:53 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 35m |
| November | 6:12 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 56m |
| December | 6:32 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 36m |
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