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Hangzhou, China - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Hangzhou? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Hangzhou, China, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Hangzhou Sunrise TimeAugust 28

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
5:34 AM – 6:07 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Sunrise times by month in Hangzhou

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January6:57 AM5:21 PM10h 23m
February6:41 AM5:48 PM11h 6m
March6:11 AM6:08 PM11h 56m
April5:34 AM6:27 PM12h 53m
May5:07 AM6:46 PM13h 39m
June4:58 AM7:03 PM14h 5m
July5:08 AM7:04 PM13h 55m
August5:27 AM6:43 PM13h 16m
September5:44 AM6:07 PM12h 22m
October6:02 AM5:30 PM11h 28m
November6:25 AM5:04 PM10h 38m
December6:49 AM5:01 PM10h 12m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Hangzhou today?

Today's sunrise in Hangzhou, China is at 5:34 AM, giving 12h 54m of daylight before sunset at 6:29 PM.

What time is first light in Hangzhou today?

First light in Hangzhou begins at 5:10 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 5:34 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Hangzhou?

The morning golden hour in Hangzhou runs 5:34 AM – 6:07 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Hangzhou?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (5:34 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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