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Sunrise and sunset in Kyoto, Japan
Tuesday, October 13
Golden hour: 6:01 AM–6:35 AM and 4:53 PM–5:27 PM
Times are local time in Kyoto. Current time in Kyoto →
Sunrise and sunset in Kyoto through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:52 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 51m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:03 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 21m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:18 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 46m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:32 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 21m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:47 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 59m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 6:58 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 49m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:06 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 50m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:05 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 2m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:57 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 28m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:45 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 54m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:29 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 24m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:10 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 54m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 5:46 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 32m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 5:27 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 2m |
| May 1, 2027 | 5:08 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 34m |
| May 15, 2027 | 4:55 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 58m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 4:45 AM | 7:06 PM | 14h 20m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 4:43 AM | 7:13 PM | 14h 30m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 4:47 AM | 7:16 PM | 14h 29m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 4:54 AM | 7:13 PM | 14h 18m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 5:06 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 55m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 5:17 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 31m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 5:30 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 57m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 5:40 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 27m |
Calculated for 35.02°N, 135.75°E, including daylight saving time where Kyoto uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Kyoto this year
- Longest day: June 22 (14h 31m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (9h 48m)
- Earliest sunrise: 4:43 AM on June 10
- Latest sunset: 7:16 PM on June 26
Questions
What time is sunrise in Kyoto today?
On October 13, the sun rises at 6:01 AM and sets at 5:27 PM in Kyoto, giving 11 hours 25 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Kyoto?
The longest day in Kyoto in 2026 is June 22, with 14 hours 31 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Kyoto?
The shortest day in Kyoto in 2026 is December 22, with 9 hours 48 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Kyoto?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 4:43 AM on June 10, and the latest sunset is 7:16 PM on June 26. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Kyoto?
Today, golden hour in Kyoto is from sunrise (6:01 AM) to 6:35 AM in the morning, and from 4:53 PM to sunset (5:27 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.