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Sun Times in Hamatonbetsu
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hamatonbetsu?
Sunrise in Hamatonbetsu on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 4:37 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hamatonbetsu?
Sunset in Hamatonbetsu on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:29 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hamatonbetsu?
Morning golden hour in Hamatonbetsu ends at 5:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:49 PM.
How long is the day in Hamatonbetsu?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Hamatonbetsu there are 13 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hamatonbetsu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hamatonbetsu at 11:33 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hamatonbetsu?
In Hamatonbetsu, sunset is at 6:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:21 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hamatonbetsu?
Twilight in Hamatonbetsu lasts approximately 112 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 Hamatonbetsu?
The earliest sunrise in Hamatonbetsu in 2026 is at 3:42 AM on June 12 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hamatonbetsu?
The latest sunset in Hamatonbetsu in 2026 is at 7:21 PM on June 20 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hamatonbetsu?
After sunset at 6:29 PM in Hamatonbetsu, civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:21 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hamatonbetsu 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 Hamatonbetsu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hamatonbetsu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 4:14 PM | 9h 08m |
| February | 6:32 AM | 4:57 PM | 10h 25m |
| March | 5:43 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 4:46 AM | 6:15 PM | 13h 29m |
| May | 4:01 AM | 6:52 PM | 14h 51m |
| June | 3:42 AM | 7:19 PM | 15h 37m |
| July | 3:57 AM | 7:15 PM | 15h 18m |
| August | 4:31 AM | 6:37 PM | 14h 07m |
| September | 5:08 AM | 5:42 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 5:45 AM | 4:46 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 6:27 AM | 4:01 PM | 9h 34m |
| December | 7:01 AM | 3:48 PM | 8h 47m |