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Sun Times in Kamigyō-ku
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kamigyō-ku?
Sunrise in Kamigyō-ku on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 5:28 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kamigyō-ku?
Sunset in Kamigyō-ku on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kamigyō-ku?
Morning golden hour in Kamigyō-ku ends at 6:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Kamigyō-ku?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Kamigyō-ku there are 12 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kamigyō-ku?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kamigyō-ku at 11:57 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kamigyō-ku?
In Kamigyō-ku, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:53 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kamigyō-ku?
Twilight in Kamigyō-ku 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 Kamigyō-ku?
The earliest sunrise in Kamigyō-ku in 2026 is at 4:42 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 Kamigyō-ku?
The latest sunset in Kamigyō-ku in 2026 is at 7:15 PM on June 27 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kamigyō-ku?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Kamigyō-ku, civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:53 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kamigyō-ku 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 Kamigyō-ku
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kamigyō-ku on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 6:08 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:25 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 4:53 AM | 6:53 PM | 14h 00m |
| June | 4:42 AM | 7:12 PM | 14h 30m |
| July | 4:53 AM | 7:11 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 5:16 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 5:39 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:02 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:31 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 21m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 49m |