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Sun Times in Makurazaki
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Makurazaki?
Sunrise in Makurazaki on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Makurazaki?
Sunset in Makurazaki on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:32 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Makurazaki?
Morning golden hour in Makurazaki ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:00 PM.
How long is the day in Makurazaki?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Makurazaki there are 12 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Makurazaki?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Makurazaki at 12:16 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Makurazaki?
In Makurazaki, sunset is at 6:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:55 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Makurazaki?
Twilight in Makurazaki lasts approximately 82 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 Makurazaki?
The earliest sunrise in Makurazaki in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on June 11 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Makurazaki?
The latest sunset in Makurazaki in 2026 is at 7:27 PM on June 29 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Makurazaki?
After sunset at 6:32 PM in Makurazaki, civil twilight ends at 6:57 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:55 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Makurazaki 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 Makurazaki
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Makurazaki on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 20m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 05m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 5:51 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 56m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 44m |
| June | 5:14 AM | 7:24 PM | 14h 10m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 7:24 PM | 14h 00m |
| August | 5:44 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 18m |
| September | 6:02 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 26m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 35m |
| December | 7:09 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 08m |