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Sun Times in Songbai
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Songbai?
Sunrise in Songbai on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Songbai?
Sunset in Songbai on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:04 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Songbai?
Morning golden hour in Songbai ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:31 PM.
How long is the day in Songbai?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Songbai there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Songbai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Songbai at 12:38 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Songbai?
In Songbai, sunset is at 7:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:28 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Songbai?
Twilight in Songbai lasts approximately 84 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 Songbai?
The earliest sunrise in Songbai in 2026 is at 5:31 AM on June 5 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Songbai?
The latest sunset in Songbai in 2026 is at 7:46 PM on June 22 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Songbai?
After sunset at 7:04 PM in Songbai, civil twilight ends at 7:29 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:28 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Songbai 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 Songbai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Songbai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:37 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 18m |
| February | 7:19 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 04m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:09 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 5:40 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 46m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 13m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 02m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 19m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 33m |
| December | 7:29 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 06m |