Sun Times in Wakkanai
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wakkanai?
Sunrise in Wakkanai on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 4:49 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wakkanai?
Sunset in Wakkanai on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:19 PM (Asia/Tokyo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wakkanai?
Morning golden hour in Wakkanai ends at 5:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:39 PM.
How long is the day in Wakkanai?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Wakkanai there are 13 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wakkanai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wakkanai at 11:34 AM (Asia/Tokyo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Wakkanai?
In Wakkanai, sunset is at 6:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:07 PM (Asia/Tokyo). Civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wakkanai?
Twilight in Wakkanai lasts approximately 108 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 Wakkanai?
The earliest sunrise in Wakkanai in 2026 is at 3:44 AM on June 11 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wakkanai?
The latest sunset in Wakkanai in 2026 is at 7:25 PM on June 20 (Asia/Tokyo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wakkanai?
After sunset at 6:19 PM in Wakkanai, civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:07 PM (Asia/Tokyo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wakkanai 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 Wakkanai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wakkanai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:09 AM | 4:15 PM | 9h 06m |
| February | 6:35 AM | 4:59 PM | 10h 24m |
| March | 5:46 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 4:48 AM | 6:18 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 4:03 AM | 6:56 PM | 14h 53m |
| June | 3:44 AM | 7:23 PM | 15h 39m |
| July | 3:59 AM | 7:19 PM | 15h 20m |
| August | 4:33 AM | 6:41 PM | 14h 08m |
| September | 5:11 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 5:48 AM | 4:48 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 6:31 AM | 4:03 PM | 9h 32m |
| December | 7:05 AM | 3:50 PM | 8h 45m |
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