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Sun Times in Shimen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shimen?
Sunrise in Shimen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:28 AM (Asia/Taipei). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shimen?
Sunset in Shimen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (Asia/Taipei). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shimen?
Morning golden hour in Shimen ends at 5:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:54 PM.
How long is the day in Shimen?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Shimen there are 12 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shimen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shimen at 11:57 AM (Asia/Taipei). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shimen?
In Shimen, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:46 PM (Asia/Taipei). Civil twilight ends at 6:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shimen?
Twilight in Shimen 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 Shimen?
The earliest sunrise in Shimen in 2026 is at 5:02 AM on June 5 (Asia/Taipei). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shimen?
The latest sunset in Shimen in 2026 is at 6:48 PM on June 28 (Asia/Taipei). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shimen?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Shimen, civil twilight ends at 6:49 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:46 PM (Asia/Taipei).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shimen 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 Shimen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shimen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:41 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 44m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 19m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:31 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 45m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 22m |
| June | 5:03 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 42m |
| July | 5:12 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 34m |
| August | 5:27 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 02m |
| September | 5:39 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 5:51 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 35m |
| November | 6:10 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 55m |
| December | 6:31 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 35m |