- Home
- Shiroishi
Sun Times in Shiroishi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shiroishi?
Sunrise in Shiroishi on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 4:51 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shiroishi?
Sunset in Shiroishi on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:32 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shiroishi?
Morning golden hour in Shiroishi ends at 5:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Shiroishi?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Shiroishi there are 13 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shiroishi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shiroishi at 11:42 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shiroishi?
In Shiroishi, sunset is at 6:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:10 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shiroishi?
Twilight in Shiroishi lasts approximately 98 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 Shiroishi?
The earliest sunrise in Shiroishi in 2026 is at 4:14 AM on June 8 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shiroishi?
The latest sunset in Shiroishi in 2026 is at 7:04 PM on June 25 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shiroishi?
After sunset at 6:32 PM in Shiroishi, civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:10 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shiroishi 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 Shiroishi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shiroishi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:52 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 49m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 48m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:02 AM | 6:13 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 4:27 AM | 6:40 PM | 14h 13m |
| June | 4:14 AM | 7:01 PM | 14h 47m |
| July | 4:26 AM | 6:59 PM | 14h 33m |
| August | 4:52 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 39m |
| September | 5:18 AM | 5:46 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 5:45 AM | 5:00 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 4:26 PM | 10h 08m |
| December | 6:45 AM | 4:18 PM | 9h 33m |