Sun Times in Kitakyushu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kitakyushu?
Sunrise in Kitakyushu on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:45 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kitakyushu?
Sunset in Kitakyushu on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:50 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kitakyushu?
Morning golden hour in Kitakyushu ends at 6:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:17 PM.
How long is the day in Kitakyushu?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Kitakyushu there are 13 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kitakyushu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kitakyushu at 12:18 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kitakyushu?
In Kitakyushu, sunset is at 6:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:18 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kitakyushu?
Twilight in Kitakyushu lasts approximately 88 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 Kitakyushu?
The earliest sunrise in Kitakyushu in 2026 is at 5:05 AM on June 5 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kitakyushu?
The latest sunset in Kitakyushu in 2026 is at 7:31 PM on June 23 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kitakyushu?
After sunset at 6:50 PM in Kitakyushu, civil twilight ends at 7:16 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:18 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kitakyushu 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 Kitakyushu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kitakyushu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:21 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 09m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 59m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:46 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 01m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 7:10 PM | 13h 55m |
| June | 5:05 AM | 7:28 PM | 14h 24m |
| July | 5:16 AM | 7:28 PM | 14h 12m |
| August | 5:38 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 26m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 22m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 25m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 55m |
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