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Sun Times in Xiaolongmen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xiaolongmen?
Sunrise in Xiaolongmen on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xiaolongmen?
Sunset in Xiaolongmen on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:17 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xiaolongmen?
Morning golden hour in Xiaolongmen ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in Xiaolongmen?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Xiaolongmen there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xiaolongmen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xiaolongmen at 12:43 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xiaolongmen?
In Xiaolongmen, sunset is at 7:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:40 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xiaolongmen?
Twilight in Xiaolongmen lasts approximately 83 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 Xiaolongmen?
The earliest sunrise in Xiaolongmen in 2026 is at 5:42 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 Xiaolongmen?
The latest sunset in Xiaolongmen in 2026 is at 7:39 PM on June 26 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xiaolongmen?
After sunset at 7:17 PM in Xiaolongmen, civil twilight ends at 7:41 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:40 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xiaolongmen 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 Xiaolongmen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xiaolongmen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 34m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 13m |
| March | 6:49 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 49m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 31m |
| June | 5:43 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 54m |
| July | 5:53 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 44m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 08m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 6:39 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 31m |
| November | 7:00 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 47m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 24m |