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Sun Times in Matsubase
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Matsubase?
Sunrise in Matsubase on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:42 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Matsubase?
Sunset in Matsubase on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:59 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Matsubase?
Morning golden hour in Matsubase ends at 6:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:26 PM.
How long is the day in Matsubase?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Matsubase there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Matsubase?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Matsubase 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 Matsubase?
In Matsubase, sunset is at 6:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:27 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Matsubase?
Twilight in Matsubase 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 Matsubase?
The earliest sunrise in Matsubase in 2026 is at 5:09 AM on June 4 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Matsubase?
The latest sunset in Matsubase in 2026 is at 7:29 PM on June 27 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Matsubase?
After sunset at 6:59 PM in Matsubase, 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 8:27 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Matsubase 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 Matsubase
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Matsubase on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 14m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 02m |
| March | 6:28 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 5:48 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 58m |
| May | 5:19 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 50m |
| June | 5:09 AM | 7:26 PM | 14h 17m |
| July | 5:20 AM | 7:26 PM | 14h 06m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 22m |
| September | 6:00 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 24m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 30m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 01m |