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Sun Times in Xiaoshan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xiaoshan?
Sunrise in Xiaoshan on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:33 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xiaoshan?
Sunset in Xiaoshan on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:26 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xiaoshan?
Morning golden hour in Xiaoshan ends at 6:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:54 PM.
How long is the day in Xiaoshan?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Xiaoshan there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xiaoshan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xiaoshan at 12:00 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xiaoshan?
In Xiaoshan, sunset is at 6:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:49 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xiaoshan?
Twilight in Xiaoshan 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 Xiaoshan?
The earliest sunrise in Xiaoshan in 2026 is at 4:56 AM on June 9 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Xiaoshan?
The latest sunset in Xiaoshan in 2026 is at 7:04 PM on June 24 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xiaoshan?
After sunset at 6:26 PM in Xiaoshan, civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:49 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xiaoshan 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 Xiaoshan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xiaoshan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:55 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 25m |
| February | 6:39 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 08m |
| March | 6:09 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:32 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 54m |
| May | 5:05 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 40m |
| June | 4:57 AM | 7:01 PM | 14h 05m |
| July | 5:07 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 55m |
| August | 5:25 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 15m |
| September | 5:43 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:00 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:23 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 39m |
| December | 6:47 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 13m |