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Sun Times in Kihoku-chō
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kihoku-chō?
Sunrise in Kihoku-chō on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:39 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kihoku-chō?
Sunset in Kihoku-chō on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:42 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kihoku-chō?
Morning golden hour in Kihoku-chō ends at 6:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:09 PM.
How long is the day in Kihoku-chō?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Kihoku-chō there are 13 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kihoku-chō?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kihoku-chō at 12:11 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kihoku-chō?
In Kihoku-chō, sunset is at 6:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:09 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kihoku-chō?
Twilight in Kihoku-chō lasts approximately 87 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 Kihoku-chō?
The earliest sunrise in Kihoku-chō in 2026 is at 4:59 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 Kihoku-chō?
The latest sunset in Kihoku-chō in 2026 is at 7:22 PM on June 23 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kihoku-chō?
After sunset at 6:42 PM in Kihoku-chō, civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:09 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kihoku-chō 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 Kihoku-chō
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kihoku-chō on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 11m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 00m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:39 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 52m |
| June | 4:59 AM | 7:20 PM | 14h 20m |
| July | 5:10 AM | 7:19 PM | 14h 09m |
| August | 5:31 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 24m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 7:05 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 58m |