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Sun Times in Helena West Side
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Helena West Side?
Sunrise in Helena West Side on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Helena West Side?
Sunset in Helena West Side on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Helena West Side?
Morning golden hour in Helena West Side ends at 7:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Helena West Side?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Helena West Side there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Helena West Side?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Helena West Side at 1:29 PM (America/Denver). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Helena West Side?
In Helena West Side, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:08 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Helena West Side?
Twilight in Helena West Side lasts approximately 111 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 Helena West Side?
The earliest sunrise in Helena West Side in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on June 11 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Helena West Side?
The latest sunset in Helena West Side in 2026 is at 9:25 PM on June 19 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Helena West Side?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Helena West Side, civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:08 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in Helena West Side 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 Helena West Side
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Helena West Side on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:08 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 00m |
| February | 7:31 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 22m |
| March | 7:40 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 36m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 02m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 49m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 28m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 11m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 6:41 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 7:30 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 24m |
| December | 8:06 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 35m |