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Sun Times in Kōnan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kōnan?
Sunrise in Kōnan on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:20 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kōnan?
Sunset in Kōnan on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:26 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kōnan?
Morning golden hour in Kōnan ends at 5:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:52 PM.
How long is the day in Kōnan?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Kōnan there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kōnan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kōnan at 11:54 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kōnan?
In Kōnan, sunset is at 6:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:56 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kōnan?
Twilight in Kōnan lasts approximately 90 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 Kōnan?
The earliest sunrise in Kōnan in 2026 is at 4:37 AM on June 5 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kōnan?
The latest sunset in Kōnan in 2026 is at 7:11 PM on June 23 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kōnan?
After sunset at 6:26 PM in Kōnan, civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:56 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kōnan 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 Kōnan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kōnan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:00 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 02m |
| February | 6:39 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:20 AM | 6:25 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 4:48 AM | 6:49 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 4:37 AM | 7:08 PM | 14h 32m |
| July | 4:48 AM | 7:07 PM | 14h 19m |
| August | 5:11 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 5:34 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 5:58 AM | 5:17 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:27 AM | 4:46 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 6:53 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 48m |