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Sun Times in Xigang
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xigang?
Sunrise in Xigang on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xigang?
Sunset in Xigang on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:29 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xigang?
Morning golden hour in Xigang ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:54 PM.
How long is the day in Xigang?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Xigang there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xigang?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xigang at 12:55 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xigang?
In Xigang, sunset is at 7:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:03 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xigang?
Twilight in Xigang lasts approximately 94 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 Xigang?
The earliest sunrise in Xigang in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on June 11 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Xigang?
The latest sunset in Xigang in 2026 is at 8:23 PM on June 27 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xigang?
After sunset at 7:29 PM in Xigang, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:03 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xigang 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 Xigang
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xigang on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 5:57 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 7:45 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 16m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 51m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:03 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 7:36 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 06m |
| December | 8:04 AM | 5:34 PM | 9h 30m |