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Sun Times in Iwakuni
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Iwakuni?
Sunrise in Iwakuni on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Iwakuni?
Sunset in Iwakuni on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:44 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Iwakuni?
Morning golden hour in Iwakuni ends at 6:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:10 PM.
How long is the day in Iwakuni?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Iwakuni there are 13 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Iwakuni?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Iwakuni at 12:12 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Iwakuni?
In Iwakuni, sunset is at 6:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:12 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Iwakuni?
Twilight in Iwakuni 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 Iwakuni?
The earliest sunrise in Iwakuni in 2026 is at 4:58 AM on June 10 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Iwakuni?
The latest sunset in Iwakuni in 2026 is at 7:26 PM on June 22 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Iwakuni?
After sunset at 6:44 PM in Iwakuni, civil twilight ends at 7:10 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:12 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Iwakuni 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 Iwakuni
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Iwakuni on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:16 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 07m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 58m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:40 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 56m |
| June | 4:58 AM | 7:24 PM | 14h 25m |
| July | 5:10 AM | 7:23 PM | 14h 13m |
| August | 5:32 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 27m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 54m |