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Sun Times in Muroran
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Muroran?
Sunrise in Muroran on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 4:54 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Muroran?
Sunset in Muroran on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:20 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Muroran?
Morning golden hour in Muroran ends at 5:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:43 PM.
How long is the day in Muroran?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Muroran there are 13 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Muroran?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Muroran at 11:37 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Muroran?
In Muroran, sunset is at 6:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:02 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Muroran?
Twilight in Muroran lasts approximately 102 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 Muroran?
The earliest sunrise in Muroran in 2026 is at 3:58 AM on June 12 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Muroran?
The latest sunset in Muroran in 2026 is at 7:16 PM on June 20 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Muroran?
After sunset at 6:20 PM in Muroran, civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:02 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Muroran 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 Muroran
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Muroran on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:02 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 26m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 35m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 4:56 AM | 6:17 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 4:15 AM | 6:50 PM | 14h 35m |
| June | 3:58 AM | 7:14 PM | 15h 16m |
| July | 4:12 AM | 7:11 PM | 14h 59m |
| August | 4:42 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 55m |
| September | 5:15 AM | 5:46 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 5:48 AM | 4:54 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 6:26 AM | 4:14 PM | 9h 49m |
| December | 6:57 AM | 4:04 PM | 9h 06m |