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Sun Times in Xilin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xilin?
Sunrise in Xilin on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 4:34 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xilin?
Sunset in Xilin on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:13 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xilin?
Morning golden hour in Xilin ends at 5:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:32 PM.
How long is the day in Xilin?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Xilin there are 13 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xilin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xilin at 11:24 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xilin?
In Xilin, sunset is at 6:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:08 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 6:45 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xilin?
Twilight in Xilin lasts approximately 114 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 Xilin?
The earliest sunrise in Xilin in 2026 is at 3:25 AM on June 10 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Xilin?
The latest sunset in Xilin in 2026 is at 7:24 PM on June 24 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xilin?
After sunset at 6:13 PM in Xilin, civil twilight ends at 6:45 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:08 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xilin 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 Xilin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xilin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:06 AM | 3:58 PM | 8h 52m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 4:45 PM | 10h 17m |
| March | 5:36 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 4:35 AM | 6:11 PM | 13h 36m |
| May | 3:46 AM | 6:52 PM | 15h 06m |
| June | 3:25 AM | 7:21 PM | 15h 57m |
| July | 3:40 AM | 7:16 PM | 15h 36m |
| August | 4:18 AM | 6:35 PM | 14h 17m |
| September | 4:59 AM | 5:35 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 5:40 AM | 4:35 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 6:26 AM | 3:47 PM | 9h 20m |
| December | 7:03 AM | 3:32 PM | 8h 29m |