Sun Times in Shōbu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shōbu?
Sunrise in Shōbu on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:02 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shōbu?
Sunset in Shōbu on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:27 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shōbu?
Morning golden hour in Shōbu ends at 5:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:52 PM.
How long is the day in Shōbu?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Shōbu there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shōbu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shōbu at 11:45 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shōbu?
In Shōbu, sunset is at 6:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:00 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shōbu?
Twilight in Shōbu lasts approximately 93 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 Shōbu?
The earliest sunrise in Shōbu in 2026 is at 4:24 AM on June 6 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shōbu?
The latest sunset in Shōbu in 2026 is at 7:02 PM on June 22 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shōbu?
After sunset at 6:27 PM in Shōbu, civil twilight ends at 6:54 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:00 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shōbu 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 Shōbu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shōbu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:51 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 58m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 53m |
| March | 5:53 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:09 AM | 6:14 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 4:36 AM | 6:40 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 4:24 AM | 7:00 PM | 14h 36m |
| July | 4:35 AM | 6:58 PM | 14h 23m |
| August | 4:59 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 33m |
| September | 5:23 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 5:48 AM | 5:06 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 4:34 PM | 10h 16m |
| December | 6:44 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 44m |
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