Sun Times in Xianghu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xianghu?
Sunrise in Xianghu on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xianghu?
Sunset in Xianghu on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:39 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xianghu?
Morning golden hour in Xianghu ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:09 PM.
How long is the day in Xianghu?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Xianghu there are 12 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xianghu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xianghu at 12:17 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xianghu?
In Xianghu, sunset is at 6:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:59 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xianghu?
Twilight in Xianghu lasts approximately 79 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 Xianghu?
The earliest sunrise in Xianghu in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on June 7 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Xianghu?
The latest sunset in Xianghu in 2026 is at 7:11 PM on June 25 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xianghu?
After sunset at 6:39 PM in Xianghu, civil twilight ends at 7:03 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:59 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xianghu 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 Xianghu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xianghu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 42m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 18m |
| March | 6:25 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 46m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 24m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 45m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 36m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 03m |
| September | 6:01 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 6:14 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 34m |
| November | 6:33 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 54m |
| December | 6:54 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 32m |
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