Sun Times in Hirakata
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hirakata?
Sunrise in Hirakata on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 5:29 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hirakata?
Sunset in Hirakata on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:24 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hirakata?
Morning golden hour in Hirakata ends at 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:50 PM.
How long is the day in Hirakata?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Hirakata there are 12 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hirakata?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hirakata at 11:57 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hirakata?
In Hirakata, sunset is at 6:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:52 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hirakata?
Twilight in Hirakata lasts approximately 88 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 Hirakata?
The earliest sunrise in Hirakata in 2026 is at 4:43 AM on June 7 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hirakata?
The latest sunset in Hirakata in 2026 is at 7:14 PM on June 21 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hirakata?
After sunset at 6:24 PM in Hirakata, civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:52 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hirakata 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 Hirakata
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hirakata on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 04m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 6:08 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:26 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 4:54 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 59m |
| June | 4:43 AM | 7:12 PM | 14h 29m |
| July | 4:54 AM | 7:11 PM | 14h 17m |
| August | 5:17 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 5:39 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:02 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:31 AM | 4:52 PM | 10h 21m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 50m |
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