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Sun Times in Hitachi-ota
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hitachi-ota?
Sunrise in Hitachi-ota on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 5:10 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hitachi-ota?
Sunset in Hitachi-ota on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:03 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hitachi-ota?
Morning golden hour in Hitachi-ota ends at 5:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:29 PM.
How long is the day in Hitachi-ota?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Hitachi-ota there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hitachi-ota?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hitachi-ota at 11:37 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hitachi-ota?
In Hitachi-ota, sunset is at 6:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:33 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hitachi-ota?
Twilight in Hitachi-ota lasts approximately 89 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 Hitachi-ota?
The earliest sunrise in Hitachi-ota in 2026 is at 4:19 AM on June 6 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hitachi-ota?
The latest sunset in Hitachi-ota in 2026 is at 7:00 PM on June 24 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hitachi-ota?
After sunset at 6:03 PM in Hitachi-ota, civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:33 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hitachi-ota 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 Hitachi-ota
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hitachi-ota on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:49 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 56m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 52m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:04 AM | 6:11 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 4:31 AM | 6:37 PM | 14h 06m |
| June | 4:19 AM | 6:57 PM | 14h 39m |
| July | 4:30 AM | 6:56 PM | 14h 25m |
| August | 4:55 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 34m |
| September | 5:19 AM | 5:46 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 5:44 AM | 5:02 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:14 AM | 4:29 PM | 10h 14m |
| December | 6:42 AM | 4:23 PM | 9h 41m |