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Sun Times in Zhangzhou
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Zhangzhou?
Sunrise in Zhangzhou on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:44 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Zhangzhou?
Sunset in Zhangzhou on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:42 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Zhangzhou?
Morning golden hour in Zhangzhou ends at 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:12 PM.
How long is the day in Zhangzhou?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Zhangzhou there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Zhangzhou?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Zhangzhou at 12:13 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Zhangzhou?
In Zhangzhou, sunset is at 6:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:03 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Zhangzhou?
Twilight in Zhangzhou lasts approximately 80 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 Zhangzhou?
The earliest sunrise in Zhangzhou in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on May 30 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Zhangzhou?
The latest sunset in Zhangzhou in 2026 is at 7:02 PM on June 29 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Zhangzhou?
After sunset at 6:42 PM in Zhangzhou, civil twilight ends at 7:06 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:03 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Zhangzhou 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 Zhangzhou
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Zhangzhou on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:55 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 47m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 20m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:48 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 43m |
| May | 5:26 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 20m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 39m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 31m |
| August | 5:43 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 00m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 6:07 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 36m |
| November | 6:24 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 58m |
| December | 6:45 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 38m |