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Sunrise and sunset in Shanghai, China
Tuesday, October 13
Golden hour: 5:56 AM–6:28 AM and 4:54 PM–5:27 PM
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Sunrise and sunset in Shanghai through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:48 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 53m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 5:57 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 27m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:10 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 57m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:22 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 36m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:36 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 17m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 6:46 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 8m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 6:53 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 9m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 6:54 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 19m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:48 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 41m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:37 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 4m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:23 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 29m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:06 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 56m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 5:45 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 28m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 5:28 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 55m |
| May 1, 2027 | 5:11 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 22m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:00 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 43m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 4:52 AM | 6:54 PM | 14h 2m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 4:50 AM | 7:00 PM | 14h 10m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 4:54 AM | 7:03 PM | 14h 9m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:01 AM | 7:01 PM | 14h 0m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 5:11 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 40m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 5:20 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 19m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 5:31 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 50m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 5:39 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 24m |
Calculated for 31.23°N, 121.47°E, including daylight saving time where Shanghai uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Shanghai this year
- Longest day: June 22 (14h 11m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (10h 7m)
- Earliest sunrise: 4:50 AM on June 9
- Latest sunset: 7:03 PM on June 25
Questions
What time is sunrise in Shanghai today?
On October 13, the sun rises at 5:56 AM and sets at 5:27 PM in Shanghai, giving 11 hours 31 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Shanghai?
The longest day in Shanghai in 2026 is June 22, with 14 hours 11 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Shanghai?
The shortest day in Shanghai in 2026 is December 22, with 10 hours 7 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Shanghai?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 4:50 AM on June 9, and the latest sunset is 7:03 PM on June 25. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Shanghai?
Today, golden hour in Shanghai is from sunrise (5:56 AM) to 6:28 AM in the morning, and from 4:54 PM to sunset (5:27 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.