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Sun Times in Kitaibaraki
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kitaibaraki?
Sunrise in Kitaibaraki on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 5:26 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kitaibaraki?
Sunset in Kitaibaraki on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 5:30 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kitaibaraki?
Morning golden hour in Kitaibaraki ends at 6:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:56 PM.
How long is the day in Kitaibaraki?
On Friday, September 25, 2026 in Kitaibaraki there are 12 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kitaibaraki?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kitaibaraki at 11:28 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kitaibaraki?
In Kitaibaraki, sunset is at 5:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:56 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 5:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kitaibaraki?
Twilight in Kitaibaraki lasts approximately 86 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 Kitaibaraki?
The earliest sunrise in Kitaibaraki in 2026 is at 4:17 AM on June 8 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kitaibaraki?
The latest sunset in Kitaibaraki in 2026 is at 7:00 PM on June 26 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kitaibaraki?
After sunset at 5:30 PM in Kitaibaraki, civil twilight ends at 5:55 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:56 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kitaibaraki 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 Kitaibaraki
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kitaibaraki on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:48 AM | 4:43 PM | 9h 55m |
| February | 6:25 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:03 AM | 6:11 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 4:29 AM | 6:37 PM | 14h 07m |
| June | 4:17 AM | 6:57 PM | 14h 40m |
| July | 4:29 AM | 6:56 PM | 14h 27m |
| August | 4:53 AM | 6:28 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 5:18 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 5:44 AM | 5:01 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:14 AM | 4:28 PM | 10h 14m |
| December | 6:42 AM | 4:21 PM | 9h 40m |