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Sun Times in Kōchi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kōchi?
Sunrise in Kōchi on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:07 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kōchi?
Sunset in Kōchi on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:28 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kōchi?
Morning golden hour in Kōchi ends at 5:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:53 PM.
How long is the day in Kōchi?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Kōchi there are 13 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kōchi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kōchi at 11:47 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kōchi?
In Kōchi, sunset is at 6:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:58 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kōchi?
Twilight in Kōchi lasts approximately 91 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 Kōchi?
The earliest sunrise in Kōchi in 2026 is at 4:30 AM on June 8 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kōchi?
The latest sunset in Kōchi in 2026 is at 7:01 PM on June 24 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kōchi?
After sunset at 6:28 PM in Kōchi, civil twilight ends at 6:54 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:58 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kōchi 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 Kōchi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kōchi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:51 AM | 4:56 PM | 10h 05m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 57m |
| March | 5:55 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:13 AM | 6:16 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 4:41 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 58m |
| June | 4:30 AM | 6:58 PM | 14h 28m |
| July | 4:42 AM | 6:58 PM | 14h 16m |
| August | 5:04 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 28m |
| September | 5:26 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 5:10 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 4:39 PM | 10h 22m |
| December | 6:43 AM | 4:34 PM | 9h 51m |