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Sun Times in Okazaki
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Okazaki?
Sunrise in Okazaki on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:19 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Okazaki?
Sunset in Okazaki on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:26 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Okazaki?
Morning golden hour in Okazaki ends at 5:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:52 PM.
How long is the day in Okazaki?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Okazaki there are 13 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Okazaki?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Okazaki at 11:53 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Okazaki?
In Okazaki, sunset is at 6:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:55 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Okazaki?
Twilight in Okazaki lasts approximately 89 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 Okazaki?
The earliest sunrise in Okazaki in 2026 is at 4:36 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 Okazaki?
The latest sunset in Okazaki in 2026 is at 7:09 PM on June 25 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Okazaki?
After sunset at 6:26 PM in Okazaki, civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM — about 26 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 Okazaki 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 Okazaki
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Okazaki on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:58 AM | 5:02 PM | 10h 04m |
| February | 6:37 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 6:02 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:20 AM | 6:23 PM | 13h 03m |
| May | 4:48 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 59m |
| June | 4:37 AM | 7:06 PM | 14h 30m |
| July | 4:48 AM | 7:05 PM | 14h 17m |
| August | 5:11 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 5:33 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 5:56 AM | 5:17 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:25 AM | 4:46 PM | 10h 21m |
| December | 6:51 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 50m |