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Incheon Sunrise & Sunset: August 2026

Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data

In Incheon in August, sunrise averages 05:50 and sunset averages 19:27. Days are getting shorter through August at Incheon's latitude of 37.5°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.

Avg Sunrise

05:50

Avg Sunset

19:27

Avg Daylight

13h 35m

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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Incheon

DateDaySunriseSunsetDaylight
08/01Sat05:3819:4314h 05m
08/02Sun05:3819:4214h 04m
08/03Mon05:3919:4114h 02m
08/04Tue05:4019:4014h 00m
08/05Wed05:4119:3913h 58m
08/06Thu05:4219:3813h 56m
08/07Fri05:4319:3713h 54m
08/08Sat05:4419:3613h 52m
08/09Sun05:4419:3513h 50m
08/10Mon05:4519:3413h 49m
08/11Tue05:4619:3313h 47m
08/12Wed05:4719:3113h 44m
08/13Thu05:4819:3013h 42m
08/14Fri05:4919:2913h 40m
08/15Sat05:5019:2813h 38m
08/16Sun05:5019:2713h 36m
08/17Mon05:5119:2513h 34m
08/18Tue05:5219:2413h 32m
08/19Wed05:5319:2313h 30m
08/20Thu05:5419:2213h 28m
08/21Fri05:5519:2013h 26m
08/22Sat05:5619:1913h 23m
08/23Sun05:5619:1813h 21m
08/24Mon05:5719:1613h 19m
08/25Tue05:5819:1513h 17m
08/26Wed05:5919:1313h 15m
08/27Thu06:0019:1213h 12m
08/28Fri06:0119:1113h 10m
08/29Sat06:0119:0913h 08m
08/30Sun06:0219:0813h 05m
08/31Mon06:0319:0613h 03m

Daylight Hours Throughout the Year

August Sunrise & Sunset in Incheon: Complete Monthly Guide

In August 2026, Incheon has an average of 13h 35m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 05:38 at the start of the month to 06:03 at the end, while sunset shifts from 19:43 to 19:06.

August in Incheon brings long summer days with late sunsets. Average sunrise in August is 05:50 and average sunset is 19:27. The daily table above shows the exact sunrise and sunset time for each day of the month.

Day Length Variation in August

Day length in Incheon in August changes throughout the month. Near the solstices (June 21 for the northern hemisphere, December 21 for the southern hemisphere), day length changes very slowly, less than 1 minute per day. Near the equinoxes (March 20 and September 22), day length changes rapidly, gaining or losing 2 to 4 minutes per day depending on latitude.

At Incheon's latitude of 37.5°, the rate of day length change in August is approximately 2 to 3 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in Incheon shifts by approximately 40 to 60 minutes over the course of August.

Golden Hour in Incheon in August

Golden hour in Incheon in August occurs twice each day: in the morning shortly after sunrise, and in the evening before sunset. The duration depends on the sun's angle of elevation above the horizon, which varies with latitude and month. In Augustat Incheon's latitude of 37.5°, golden hour lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes.

For photographers planning shoots in Incheon in August: plan to arrive at your location 30 to 40 minutes before the listed sunrise time to capture blue hour before golden hour begins. The transition from blue hour to golden hour creates the most dramatic color sequences. Evening golden hour in August begins about 45 to 60 minutes before sunset and produces warmer, more orange tones than the morning session.

Blue Hour and Twilight in Incheon in August

Civil twilight in Incheon in August begins before sunrise and ends after sunset, creating windows of usable natural light even outside the official sunrise-to-sunset window. Civil twilight occurs when the sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon. Nautical twilight spans 6 to 12 degrees below the horizon. Astronomical twilight spans 12 to 18 degrees below the horizon.

The total twilight window in Incheon in August extends the usable light day by approximately 45 to 70 minutes beyond the sunrise-to-sunset window. This extended twilight is valuable for photographers who want to shoot in soft, diffused light without harsh shadows.

Photography Tips for August in Incheon

Shooting in Incheon in August requires adapting to the season's specific light quality and timing. Camera settings for sunrise photography in August:

  • Blue hour: ISO 800 to 1,600; aperture f/8; shutter speed 10 to 30 seconds on tripod.
  • Golden hour: ISO 100 to 400; aperture f/8 to f/16 for landscapes, or f/1.8 to f/2.8 for portraits; shutter speed 1/250 to 1/1,000s handheld.
  • Post-sunrise (30 minutes after): ISO 100; aperture f/11; shutter speed 1/500 to 1/2,000s.

In August, Incheon's weather patterns affect photography conditions. Check cloud cover forecasts the evening before a planned shoot: a thin layer of clouds above the horizon creates more dramatic golden and orange tones than a clear sky. Fully overcast conditions produce flat, diffused light that is good for portraits but lacks the dramatic quality of golden hour. Partly cloudy skies create the most dramatic conditions.

About This Monthly Sunrise Data

All sunrise and sunset times in this August table for Incheon are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Incheon (37.4563°, 126.7052°) and the local timezone (Asia/Seoul). Times are accurate to within 1 minute and account for atmospheric refraction.

The times shown are for the center of the sun crossing the horizon. Sunrise is defined as the moment when the upper limb of the sun first appears above the mathematical horizon. Sunset is when the upper limb disappears below the horizon. Both definitions account for atmospheric refraction, which lifts the apparent position of the sun by approximately 0.5 to 1 degree near the horizon.

Frequently Asked Questions: August Sunrise & Sunset in Incheon

What is the average sunrise time in Incheon in August?

The average sunrise time in Incheon in August 2026 is approximately 05:50. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Incheon at latitude 37.46° and longitude 126.71°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 05:38 on the first of the month to 06:03 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.

How many hours of daylight does Incheon get in August?

Incheon receives an average of 13h 35m of daylight per day in August 2026. This is calculated as the difference between sunrise and sunset and does not include twilight periods. Day length varies from 14h 05m on the first of the month to 13h 03m on the last day.

What is the earliest sunrise in Incheon in August?

The earliest sunrise in Incheon in August 2026 occurs on 2026-08-01 at 05:38. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-08-31 at 06:03.

What time is golden hour in Incheon in August?

Golden hour in Incheon in August occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (05:50 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (19:27 at mid-month). The precise start of golden hour is when the sun's altitude drops below 6 degrees above the horizon.

Is August a good time to photograph sunrise in Incheon?

August offers very early sunrise times in Incheon, which requires early wake-ups for photographers. However, the long days provide multiple shooting opportunities and the sun angle during golden hour is favorable for warm, directional light. Budget around 05:50 for your alarm.

When does civil twilight start in Incheon in August?

Civil twilight in Incheon in August begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Incheon's latitude of 37.5°, civil twilight in August starts around 05:25 in the morning. Civil twilight provides enough light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting and is considered the beginning of the usable photography window each day.

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