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Sun Times in Kashima-shi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kashima-shi?
Sunrise in Kashima-shi on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:00 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kashima-shi?
Sunset in Kashima-shi on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:20 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kashima-shi?
Morning golden hour in Kashima-shi ends at 5:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:45 PM.
How long is the day in Kashima-shi?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Kashima-shi there are 13 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kashima-shi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kashima-shi at 11:40 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kashima-shi?
In Kashima-shi, sunset is at 6:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:52 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kashima-shi?
Twilight in Kashima-shi lasts approximately 92 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 Kashima-shi?
The earliest sunrise in Kashima-shi in 2026 is at 4:20 AM on June 6 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kashima-shi?
The latest sunset in Kashima-shi in 2026 is at 6:58 PM on June 26 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kashima-shi?
After sunset at 6:20 PM in Kashima-shi, civil twilight ends at 6:47 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:52 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kashima-shi 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 Kashima-shi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kashima-shi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:47 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 59m |
| February | 6:25 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:05 AM | 6:10 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 4:32 AM | 6:35 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 4:20 AM | 6:55 PM | 14h 35m |
| July | 4:32 AM | 6:54 PM | 14h 22m |
| August | 4:55 AM | 6:27 PM | 13h 32m |
| September | 5:19 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 5:43 AM | 5:02 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 4:30 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 6:40 AM | 4:24 PM | 9h 44m |