Sun Times in Xiamen
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xiamen?
Sunrise in Xiamen on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:47 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xiamen?
Sunset in Xiamen on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:30 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xiamen?
Morning golden hour in Xiamen ends at 6:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:59 PM.
How long is the day in Xiamen?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Xiamen there are 12 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xiamen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xiamen at 12:09 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xiamen?
In Xiamen, sunset is at 6:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:48 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xiamen?
Twilight in Xiamen lasts approximately 78 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 Xiamen?
The earliest sunrise in Xiamen in 2026 is at 5:18 AM on June 2 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Xiamen?
The latest sunset in Xiamen in 2026 is at 7:00 PM on June 27 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xiamen?
After sunset at 6:30 PM in Xiamen, civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:48 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xiamen 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 Xiamen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xiamen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:53 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 47m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 20m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:46 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 43m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 19m |
| June | 5:18 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 39m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 31m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 00m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 6:05 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 36m |
| November | 6:23 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 58m |
| December | 6:43 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 38m |
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