As the sun sinks into the embrace of the Qiongzhou Strait, the skies of Haikou once again turn into a brightly painted canvas. Ever shifting colors streak the heavens, glowing as nature’s paintbrush gilds the city’s silhouette. The swaying shadows of palm branches and the fractal golden waves of the sea create a scene reminiscent of Monet's Impressionist masterpieces, giving this tropical coastal city a splendor all her own.

Science is the Secret of Haikou’s Magnificent Sunsets

Haikou enjoys a tropical monsoon climate. Here, the abundant water vapor acts as a natural screen, scattering light and diffusing the bright rays of the sun. The long summer days provide excellent evening light, creating stunning sunsets that occur frequently and are highly visible thanks to the city’s excellent air quality.

Recommended Sunset Viewing Locations

1. Rongshanliao Village, Xixiu Town, Xiuying district, Haikou

2. Cloudscape Library, No 1, Shiji Guangchang Lu, Longhua district, Haikou

3. West Coast Observation Deck, No 118, Binhai Dadao, Xiuying district, Haikou

4. Sky Mountain, Intersection of Meilisha Lu and Haidian Wuxi Lu, Meilan district, Haikou

5. Century Bridge, Binhai Dadao, Longhua district, Haikou

Sunset Viewing Guide

Summer is the best season for enjoying magnificent sunsets in Haikou. The city has recently launched a "Sunset Forecast" service. Search WeChat for the "Haikou Weather" (海口天气） account, where you can see a three-day sunset forecast.

In the evening, stroll barefoot along the west coast beach, enjoying the lingering warmth of the day, and listen to the music of the waves providing the perfect soundtrack to the sunset. Rent a bicycle and ride along the coastal bike trail, chasing the flowing colors of the sunset. Head out onto the waters of Haikou Bay on a yacht or sailboat, and gaze across the waves at the glittering city skyline as twilight falls, or relax in a sea-view restaurant as you enjoy fresh seafood, cool beverages, and the nightly show in the sky. There are so many great ways to enjoy the Haikou summer nights!