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Sun Times in Shikama
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shikama?
Sunrise in Shikama on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 4:54 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shikama?
Sunset in Shikama on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:24 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shikama?
Morning golden hour in Shikama ends at 5:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:48 PM.
How long is the day in Shikama?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Shikama there are 13 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shikama?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shikama at 11:40 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shikama?
In Shikama, sunset is at 6:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:01 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shikama?
Twilight in Shikama lasts approximately 97 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 Shikama?
The earliest sunrise in Shikama in 2026 is at 4:11 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 Shikama?
The latest sunset in Shikama in 2026 is at 7:04 PM on June 21 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shikama?
After sunset at 6:24 PM in Shikama, civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:01 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shikama 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 Shikama
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shikama on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:52 AM | 4:39 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:01 AM | 6:12 PM | 13h 11m |
| May | 4:25 AM | 6:41 PM | 14h 16m |
| June | 4:11 AM | 7:02 PM | 14h 51m |
| July | 4:24 AM | 7:00 PM | 14h 36m |
| August | 4:50 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 5:17 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 5:45 AM | 4:59 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 4:23 PM | 10h 06m |
| December | 6:46 AM | 4:16 PM | 9h 30m |