Sun Times in Tōbetsu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tōbetsu?
Sunrise in Tōbetsu on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 4:44 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tōbetsu?
Sunset in Tōbetsu on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:29 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tōbetsu?
Morning golden hour in Tōbetsu ends at 5:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Tōbetsu?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Tōbetsu there are 13 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tōbetsu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tōbetsu at 11:37 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tōbetsu?
In Tōbetsu, sunset is at 6:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:16 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tōbetsu?
Twilight in Tōbetsu lasts approximately 107 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 Tōbetsu?
The earliest sunrise in Tōbetsu in 2026 is at 3:53 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 Tōbetsu?
The latest sunset in Tōbetsu in 2026 is at 7:18 PM on June 26 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tōbetsu?
After sunset at 6:29 PM in Tōbetsu, civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:16 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tōbetsu 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 Tōbetsu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tōbetsu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:03 AM | 4:23 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 6:32 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 5:46 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 4:52 AM | 6:16 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 4:10 AM | 6:50 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 3:53 AM | 7:15 PM | 15h 22m |
| July | 4:07 AM | 7:12 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 4:38 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 59m |
| September | 5:12 AM | 5:44 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 5:47 AM | 4:51 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:26 AM | 4:10 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 6:58 AM | 3:59 PM | 9h 00m |
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