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Sun Times in Chiba
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chiba?
Sunrise in Chiba on Thursday, September 17, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chiba?
Sunset in Chiba on Thursday, September 17, 2026 is at 7:05 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chiba?
Morning golden hour in Chiba ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:32 PM.
How long is the day in Chiba?
On Thursday, September 17, 2026 in Chiba there are 12 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chiba?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chiba at 12:55 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chiba?
In Chiba, sunset is at 7:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:28 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 7:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chiba?
Twilight in Chiba lasts approximately 84 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 Chiba?
The earliest sunrise in Chiba in 2026 is at 5:50 AM on June 4 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chiba?
The latest sunset in Chiba in 2026 is at 8:15 PM on June 25 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chiba?
After sunset at 7:05 PM in Chiba, civil twilight ends at 7:30 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:28 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chiba 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 Chiba
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chiba on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:05 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 10m |
| February | 7:45 AM | 6:44 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 01m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 7:54 PM | 13h 54m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 23m |
| July | 6:01 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 11m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 7:47 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 7:05 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 7:32 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 26m |
| December | 7:57 AM | 5:53 PM | 9h 56m |