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Sun Times in Katanawa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Katanawa?
Sunrise in Katanawa on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:43 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Katanawa?
Sunset in Katanawa on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:59 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Katanawa?
Morning golden hour in Katanawa ends at 6:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:25 PM.
How long is the day in Katanawa?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Katanawa there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Katanawa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Katanawa at 12:21 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Katanawa?
In Katanawa, sunset is at 6:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:28 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Katanawa?
Twilight in Katanawa lasts approximately 89 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 Katanawa?
The earliest sunrise in Katanawa in 2026 is at 5:07 AM on June 9 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Katanawa?
The latest sunset in Katanawa in 2026 is at 7:32 PM on June 25 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Katanawa?
After sunset at 6:59 PM in Katanawa, civil twilight ends at 7:25 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:28 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Katanawa 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 Katanawa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Katanawa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 10m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:48 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 5:18 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 53m |
| June | 5:07 AM | 7:29 PM | 14h 22m |
| July | 5:19 AM | 7:29 PM | 14h 10m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 25m |
| September | 6:01 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 6:22 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 26m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 57m |