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Sun Times in Tōkamachi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tōkamachi?
Sunrise in Tōkamachi on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 5:08 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tōkamachi?
Sunset in Tōkamachi on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tōkamachi?
Morning golden hour in Tōkamachi ends at 5:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:50 PM.
How long is the day in Tōkamachi?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Tōkamachi there are 13 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tōkamachi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tōkamachi at 11:47 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tōkamachi?
In Tōkamachi, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:58 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tōkamachi?
Twilight in Tōkamachi 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 Tōkamachi?
The earliest sunrise in Tōkamachi in 2026 is at 4:24 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 Tōkamachi?
The latest sunset in Tōkamachi in 2026 is at 7:09 PM on June 27 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tōkamachi?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Tōkamachi, civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:58 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tōkamachi 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 Tōkamachi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tōkamachi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:57 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 53m |
| February | 6:34 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 5:56 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:11 AM | 6:19 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 4:37 AM | 6:46 PM | 14h 09m |
| June | 4:24 AM | 7:06 PM | 14h 42m |
| July | 4:36 AM | 7:05 PM | 14h 29m |
| August | 5:01 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 5:26 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 5:52 AM | 5:08 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 6:23 AM | 4:35 PM | 10h 12m |
| December | 6:50 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 38m |