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Sun Times in Kapaau
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kapaau?
Sunrise in Kapaau on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:06 AM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kapaau?
Sunset in Kapaau on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:42 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kapaau?
Morning golden hour in Kapaau ends at 6:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:13 PM.
How long is the day in Kapaau?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Kapaau there are 12 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kapaau?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kapaau at 12:24 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kapaau?
In Kapaau, sunset is at 6:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:58 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). Civil twilight ends at 7:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kapaau?
Twilight in Kapaau lasts approximately 75 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 Kapaau?
The earliest sunrise in Kapaau in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on May 30 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kapaau?
The latest sunset in Kapaau in 2026 is at 7:07 PM on June 28 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kapaau?
After sunset at 6:42 PM in Kapaau, civil twilight ends at 7:05 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:58 PM (Pacific/Honolulu).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kapaau 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 Kapaau
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kapaau on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:01 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 03m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 30m |
| March | 6:31 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 37m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 06m |
| June | 5:43 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 21m |
| July | 5:52 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 14m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 49m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:18 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 41m |
| November | 6:32 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 10m |
| December | 6:51 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 55m |