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Sun Times in Xianxi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xianxi?
Sunrise in Xianxi on Saturday, September 5, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xianxi?
Sunset in Xianxi on Saturday, September 5, 2026 is at 6:58 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xianxi?
Morning golden hour in Xianxi ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:27 PM.
How long is the day in Xianxi?
On Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Xianxi there are 12 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xianxi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xianxi at 12:40 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xianxi?
In Xianxi, sunset is at 6:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:16 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xianxi?
Twilight in Xianxi 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 Xianxi?
The earliest sunrise in Xianxi in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on June 1 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Xianxi?
The latest sunset in Xianxi in 2026 is at 7:38 PM on June 28 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xianxi?
After sunset at 6:58 PM in Xianxi, civil twilight ends at 7:21 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:16 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xianxi 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 Xianxi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xianxi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:30 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 40m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 17m |
| March | 6:51 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 47m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 26m |
| June | 5:48 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 47m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 38m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 7:18 PM | 13h 05m |
| September | 6:26 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 33m |
| November | 6:59 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 52m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 30m |