Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in China
Sunrise in China today ranges from 05:15 in Shenyang to 06:43 in Chengdu, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Beijing
Sunrise
05:45
Sunset
18:44
Major Cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai | 05:32 | 18:16 | 12h 44m |
| Beijing | 05:45 | 18:44 | 12h 58m |
| Chongqing | 06:32 | 19:13 | 12h 41m |
| Guangzhou | 06:11 | 18:43 | 12h 33m |
| Shenzhen | 06:08 | 18:40 | 12h 32m |
| Wuhan | 06:02 | 18:44 | 12h 43m |
| Chengdu | 06:43 | 19:25 | 12h 43m |
| Nanjing | 05:43 | 18:28 | 12h 45m |
| Hangzhou | 05:38 | 18:21 | 12h 42m |
| Shenyang | 05:15 | 18:18 | 13h 02m |
| Xi'an | 06:20 | 19:09 | 12h 49m |
| Tianjin | 05:42 | 18:39 | 12h 57m |
About Sunrise & Sunset in China
China spans approximately 35.9°N. At this latitude, China sees significant seasonal daylight variation, from roughly 9 hours in winter to 15 hours in summer. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in China
Golden hour photography across China varies by location and season. Near-tropical regions of China experience shorter golden hour windows of 20 to 40 minutes, but the warm light is intense. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in China
The difference between the longest and shortest day in China depends on latitude. China sees significant seasonal variation, with summer days roughly 5 to 6 hours longer than winter days.
The best time of year to visit China for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is sunrise in China today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in China is at 05:15 (Shenyang) and the latest is 06:43 (Chengdu), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in China has the earliest sunrise?
- Shenyang currently has the earliest sunrise in China at 05:15. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does China get?
- China receives roughly 9 hours of daylight in winter and up to 15 hours in summer, reflecting its mid-latitude position.