Sun Times in Tainan
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tainan?
Sunrise in Tainan on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:39 AM (Asia/Taipei). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tainan?
Sunset in Tainan on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:21 PM (Asia/Taipei). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tainan?
Morning golden hour in Tainan ends at 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Tainan?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Tainan there are 12 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tainan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tainan at 12:00 PM (Asia/Taipei). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tainan?
In Tainan, sunset is at 6:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:38 PM (Asia/Taipei). Civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tainan?
Twilight in Tainan lasts approximately 77 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 Tainan?
The earliest sunrise in Tainan in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on May 29 (Asia/Taipei). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tainan?
The latest sunset in Tainan in 2026 is at 6:48 PM on June 25 (Asia/Taipei). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tainan?
After sunset at 6:21 PM in Tainan, civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:38 PM (Asia/Taipei).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tainan 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 Tainan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tainan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:42 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 53m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 24m |
| March | 6:08 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:39 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 41m |
| May | 5:18 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 14m |
| June | 5:13 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 32m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 25m |
| August | 5:35 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 56m |
| September | 5:45 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 38m |
| November | 6:12 AM | 5:14 PM | 11h 03m |
| December | 6:32 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 44m |
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