Sun Times in Zhongshu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Zhongshu?
Sunrise in Zhongshu on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Zhongshu?
Sunset in Zhongshu on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Zhongshu?
Morning golden hour in Zhongshu ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:56 PM.
How long is the day in Zhongshu?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Zhongshu there are 12 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Zhongshu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Zhongshu at 1:06 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Zhongshu?
In Zhongshu, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:44 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Zhongshu?
Twilight in Zhongshu lasts approximately 78 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 Zhongshu?
The earliest sunrise in Zhongshu in 2026 is at 6:14 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 Zhongshu?
The latest sunset in Zhongshu in 2026 is at 7:59 PM on June 28 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Zhongshu?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Zhongshu, civil twilight ends at 7:49 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:44 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Zhongshu 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 Zhongshu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Zhongshu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 6:37 PM | 10h 45m |
| February | 7:39 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 19m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 44m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 21m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 41m |
| July | 6:24 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 33m |
| August | 6:39 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 01m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 7:03 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 35m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 56m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 6:18 PM | 10h 36m |
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