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Sun Times in Shimomatsumoto
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shimomatsumoto?
Sunrise in Shimomatsumoto on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:05 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shimomatsumoto?
Sunset in Shimomatsumoto on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:15 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shimomatsumoto?
Morning golden hour in Shimomatsumoto ends at 5:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:40 PM.
How long is the day in Shimomatsumoto?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Shimomatsumoto there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shimomatsumoto?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shimomatsumoto 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 Shimomatsumoto?
In Shimomatsumoto, sunset is at 6:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:48 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shimomatsumoto?
Twilight in Shimomatsumoto lasts approximately 92 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 Shimomatsumoto?
The earliest sunrise in Shimomatsumoto in 2026 is at 4:18 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 Shimomatsumoto?
The latest sunset in Shimomatsumoto in 2026 is at 7:03 PM on June 23 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shimomatsumoto?
After sunset at 6:15 PM in Shimomatsumoto, civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:48 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shimomatsumoto 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 Shimomatsumoto
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shimomatsumoto on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:52 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 53m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 5:50 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:05 AM | 6:13 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 4:30 AM | 6:40 PM | 14h 10m |
| June | 4:18 AM | 7:00 PM | 14h 43m |
| July | 4:30 AM | 6:59 PM | 14h 29m |
| August | 4:55 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 37m |
| September | 5:20 AM | 5:47 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 5:46 AM | 5:02 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 4:29 PM | 10h 12m |
| December | 6:45 AM | 4:22 PM | 9h 37m |