Sunrise and Sunset times in Kobe, Japan 
Today:
 Sunrise: 06:23:36
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 Sunset: 17:58:07
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Day Length: 11h 34m 31s
Time zone: Asia/Tokyo, UTC +9 h.
Latitude: 34.68, Longitude: 135.17
Kobe
Hyōgo, Japan 
1 528 480 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-Mar-01, Sunday | 06:28:43 | 12:11:41 | 17:54:39 | 11h 25m 56s |
| 2026-Mar-02, Monday | 06:27:27 | 12:11:30 | 17:55:32 | 11h 28m 5s |
| 2026-Mar-03, Tuesday | 06:26:11 | 12:11:17 | 17:56:24 | 11h 30m 13s |
| 2026-Mar-04, Wednesday | 06:24:53 | 12:11:05 | 17:57:16 | 11h 32m 23s |
| 2026-Mar-05, Thursday | 06:23:36 | 12:10:51 | 17:58:07 | 11h 34m 31s |
| 2026-Mar-06, Friday | 06:22:17 | 12:10:38 | 17:58:59 | 11h 36m 42s |
| 2026-Mar-07, Saturday | 06:20:58 | 12:10:24 | 17:59:50 | 11h 38m 52s |
| 2026-Mar-08, Sunday | 06:19:39 | 12:10:09 | 18:00:40 | 11h 41m 1s |
| 2026-Mar-09, Monday | 06:18:19 | 12:09:55 | 18:01:31 | 11h 43m 12s |
| 2026-Mar-10, Tuesday | 06:16:58 | 12:09:39 | 18:02:21 | 11h 45m 23s |
| 2026-Mar-11, Wednesday | 06:15:37 | 12:09:24 | 18:03:11 | 11h 47m 34s |
| 2026-Mar-12, Thursday | 06:14:16 | 12:09:08 | 18:04:00 | 11h 49m 44s |
| 2026-Mar-13, Friday | 06:12:54 | 12:08:52 | 18:04:50 | 11h 51m 56s |
| 2026-Mar-14, Saturday | 06:11:33 | 12:08:36 | 18:05:39 | 11h 54m 6s |
| 2026-Mar-15, Sunday | 06:10:10 | 12:08:19 | 18:06:28 | 11h 56m 18s |
| 2026-Mar-16, Monday | 06:08:48 | 12:08:02 | 18:07:16 | 11h 58m 28s |
| 2026-Mar-17, Tuesday | 06:07:25 | 12:07:45 | 18:08:05 | 12h 0m 40s |
| 2026-Mar-18, Wednesday | 06:06:02 | 12:07:28 | 18:08:53 | 12h 2m 51s |
| 2026-Mar-19, Thursday | 06:04:39 | 12:07:10 | 18:09:41 | 12h 5m 2s |
| 2026-Mar-20, Friday | 06:03:16 | 12:06:53 | 18:10:29 | 12h 7m 13s |
| 2026-Mar-21, Saturday | 06:01:53 | 12:06:35 | 18:11:17 | 12h 9m 24s |
| 2026-Mar-22, Sunday | 06:00:29 | 12:06:17 | 18:12:05 | 12h 11m 36s |
| 2026-Mar-23, Monday | 05:59:06 | 12:05:59 | 18:12:53 | 12h 13m 47s |
| 2026-Mar-24, Tuesday | 05:57:42 | 12:05:41 | 18:13:40 | 12h 15m 58s |
| 2026-Mar-25, Wednesday | 05:56:19 | 12:05:23 | 18:14:28 | 12h 18m 9s |
| 2026-Mar-26, Thursday | 05:54:55 | 12:05:05 | 18:15:15 | 12h 20m 20s |
| 2026-Mar-27, Friday | 05:53:32 | 12:04:47 | 18:16:02 | 12h 22m 30s |
| 2026-Mar-28, Saturday | 05:52:08 | 12:04:29 | 18:16:49 | 12h 24m 41s |
| 2026-Mar-29, Sunday | 05:50:45 | 12:04:11 | 18:17:36 | 12h 26m 51s |
| 2026-Mar-30, Monday | 05:49:22 | 12:03:53 | 18:18:23 | 12h 29m 1s |
| 2026-Mar-31, Tuesday | 05:47:59 | 12:03:35 | 18:19:10 | 12h 31m 11s |
Day length in Kobe during the year on the chart:
Kobe on Japan map:
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks