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Sun Times in Oshima
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Oshima?
Sunrise in Oshima on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:12 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Oshima?
Sunset in Oshima on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:40 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Oshima?
Morning golden hour in Oshima ends at 5:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:04 PM.
How long is the day in Oshima?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Oshima there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Oshima?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Oshima at 11:56 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Oshima?
In Oshima, sunset is at 6:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:14 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Oshima?
Twilight in Oshima lasts approximately 94 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 Oshima?
The earliest sunrise in Oshima in 2026 is at 4:32 AM on June 10 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Oshima?
The latest sunset in Oshima in 2026 is at 7:16 PM on June 23 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Oshima?
After sunset at 6:40 PM in Oshima, civil twilight ends at 7:07 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:14 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Oshima 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 Oshima
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Oshima on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 54m |
| February | 6:42 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:19 AM | 6:27 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 4:45 AM | 6:53 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 4:32 AM | 7:14 PM | 14h 41m |
| July | 4:44 AM | 7:12 PM | 14h 28m |
| August | 5:09 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 5:34 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 6:00 AM | 5:16 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:30 AM | 4:43 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 6:58 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 39m |