Sun Times in Sakamoto
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sakamoto?
Sunrise in Sakamoto on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 4:55 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sakamoto?
Sunset in Sakamoto on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:23 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sakamoto?
Morning golden hour in Sakamoto ends at 5:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:47 PM.
How long is the day in Sakamoto?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Sakamoto there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sakamoto?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sakamoto at 11:39 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sakamoto?
In Sakamoto, sunset is at 6:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:59 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sakamoto?
Twilight in Sakamoto lasts approximately 96 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 Sakamoto?
The earliest sunrise in Sakamoto in 2026 is at 4:13 AM on June 9 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sakamoto?
The latest sunset in Sakamoto in 2026 is at 7:02 PM on June 21 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sakamoto?
After sunset at 6:23 PM in Sakamoto, civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM — about 28 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 Sakamoto 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 Sakamoto
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sakamoto on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:51 AM | 4:40 PM | 9h 49m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 48m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:01 AM | 6:11 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 4:26 AM | 6:39 PM | 14h 13m |
| June | 4:13 AM | 7:00 PM | 14h 47m |
| July | 4:25 AM | 6:58 PM | 14h 33m |
| August | 4:51 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 39m |
| September | 5:17 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 5:44 AM | 4:59 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:16 AM | 4:25 PM | 10h 09m |
| December | 6:44 AM | 4:18 PM | 9h 33m |
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