Sun Times in Ōtaki
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ōtaki?
Sunrise in Ōtaki on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:01 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ōtaki?
Sunset in Ōtaki on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:23 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ōtaki?
Morning golden hour in Ōtaki ends at 5:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:49 PM.
How long is the day in Ōtaki?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Ōtaki there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ōtaki?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ōtaki 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 Ōtaki?
In Ōtaki, sunset is at 6:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:55 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ōtaki?
Twilight in Ōtaki 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 Ōtaki?
The earliest sunrise in Ōtaki in 2026 is at 4:23 AM on June 9 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ōtaki?
The latest sunset in Ōtaki in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on June 21 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ōtaki?
After sunset at 6:23 PM in Ōtaki, civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:55 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ōtaki 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 Ōtaki
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ōtaki on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:47 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 02m |
| February | 6:25 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 55m |
| March | 5:50 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:07 AM | 6:11 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 4:35 AM | 6:36 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 4:23 AM | 6:55 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 4:35 AM | 6:54 PM | 14h 19m |
| August | 4:58 AM | 6:28 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 5:21 AM | 5:46 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 5:44 AM | 5:04 PM | 11h 20m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 4:33 PM | 10h 20m |
| December | 6:40 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 48m |
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