- Home
- Miyakojima
Sun Times in Miyakojima
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Miyakojima?
Sunrise in Miyakojima on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Miyakojima?
Sunset in Miyakojima on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:50 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Miyakojima?
Morning golden hour in Miyakojima ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:20 PM.
How long is the day in Miyakojima?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Miyakojima there are 12 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Miyakojima?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Miyakojima at 12:36 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Miyakojima?
In Miyakojima, sunset is at 6:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:07 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Miyakojima?
Twilight in Miyakojima lasts approximately 77 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 Miyakojima?
The earliest sunrise in Miyakojima in 2026 is at 5:48 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 Miyakojima?
The latest sunset in Miyakojima in 2026 is at 7:32 PM on June 29 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Miyakojima?
After sunset at 6:50 PM in Miyakojima, civil twilight ends at 7:13 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:07 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Miyakojima 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 Miyakojima
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Miyakojima on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 46m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 20m |
| March | 6:48 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 44m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 20m |
| June | 5:49 AM | 7:29 PM | 13h 40m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 32m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 7:13 PM | 13h 01m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 6:36 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 36m |
| November | 6:54 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 57m |
| December | 7:15 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 37m |