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Sun Times in Shijiang
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shijiang?
Sunrise in Shijiang on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:07 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shijiang?
Sunset in Shijiang on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:15 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shijiang?
Morning golden hour in Shijiang ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:43 PM.
How long is the day in Shijiang?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Shijiang there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shijiang?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shijiang at 12:41 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shijiang?
In Shijiang, sunset is at 7:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:38 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shijiang?
Twilight in Shijiang lasts approximately 83 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 Shijiang?
The earliest sunrise in Shijiang in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on June 8 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shijiang?
The latest sunset in Shijiang in 2026 is at 7:35 PM on June 27 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shijiang?
After sunset at 7:15 PM in Shijiang, civil twilight ends at 7:39 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:38 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shijiang 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 Shijiang
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shijiang on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 37m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 15m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 48m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 29m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 50m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 7:33 PM | 13h 41m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 06m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 6:36 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 6:56 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 49m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 27m |