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Sun Times in Izumo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Izumo?
Sunrise in Izumo on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:37 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Izumo?
Sunset in Izumo on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:42 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Izumo?
Morning golden hour in Izumo ends at 6:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:08 PM.
How long is the day in Izumo?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Izumo there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Izumo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Izumo at 12:10 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Izumo?
In Izumo, sunset is at 6:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:11 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Izumo?
Twilight in Izumo 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 Izumo?
The earliest sunrise in Izumo in 2026 is at 4:53 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 Izumo?
The latest sunset in Izumo in 2026 is at 7:28 PM on June 28 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Izumo?
After sunset at 6:42 PM in Izumo, civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:11 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Izumo 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 Izumo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Izumo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:17 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 02m |
| February | 6:55 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:37 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 5:04 AM | 7:06 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 4:53 AM | 7:25 PM | 14h 32m |
| July | 5:05 AM | 7:24 PM | 14h 19m |
| August | 5:28 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:14 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 47m |