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Sun Times in Wenchang
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wenchang?
Sunrise in Wenchang on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wenchang?
Sunset in Wenchang on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:56 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wenchang?
Morning golden hour in Wenchang ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:26 PM.
How long is the day in Wenchang?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Wenchang there are 12 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wenchang?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wenchang 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 Wenchang?
In Wenchang, sunset is at 6:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:11 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wenchang?
Twilight in Wenchang lasts approximately 75 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 Wenchang?
The earliest sunrise in Wenchang in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on May 30 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wenchang?
The latest sunset in Wenchang in 2026 is at 7:19 PM on June 27 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wenchang?
After sunset at 6:56 PM in Wenchang, civil twilight ends at 7:18 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:11 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wenchang 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 Wenchang
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wenchang on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:13 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 05m |
| February | 7:05 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 31m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 35m |
| May | 6:01 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 03m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 18m |
| July | 6:06 AM | 7:18 PM | 13h 12m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 48m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:31 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 43m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 13m |
| December | 7:02 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 58m |