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Sun Times in Ryōtsu-minato
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ryōtsu-minato?
Sunrise in Ryōtsu-minato on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:10 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ryōtsu-minato?
Sunset in Ryōtsu-minato on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ryōtsu-minato?
Morning golden hour in Ryōtsu-minato ends at 5:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:49 PM.
How long is the day in Ryōtsu-minato?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Ryōtsu-minato there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ryōtsu-minato?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ryōtsu-minato at 11:48 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ryōtsu-minato?
In Ryōtsu-minato, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:59 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ryōtsu-minato?
Twilight in Ryōtsu-minato 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 Ryōtsu-minato?
The earliest sunrise in Ryōtsu-minato in 2026 is at 4:22 AM on June 11 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ryōtsu-minato?
The latest sunset in Ryōtsu-minato in 2026 is at 7:13 PM on June 25 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ryōtsu-minato?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Ryōtsu-minato, civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:59 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ryōtsu-minato 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 Ryōtsu-minato
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ryōtsu-minato on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:01 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 49m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 5:58 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:11 AM | 6:21 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 4:36 AM | 6:49 PM | 14h 13m |
| June | 4:22 AM | 7:10 PM | 14h 48m |
| July | 4:35 AM | 7:08 PM | 14h 34m |
| August | 5:00 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 39m |
| September | 5:27 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 5:54 AM | 5:09 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:26 AM | 4:34 PM | 10h 08m |
| December | 6:54 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 33m |