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Sun Times in Helong
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Helong?
Sunrise in Helong on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 4:45 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Helong?
Sunset in Helong on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:04 PM (Asia/Shanghai). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Helong?
Morning golden hour in Helong ends at 5:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:26 PM.
How long is the day in Helong?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Helong there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Helong?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Helong at 11:25 AM (Asia/Shanghai). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Helong?
In Helong, sunset is at 6:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:45 PM (Asia/Shanghai). Civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Helong?
Twilight in Helong lasts approximately 101 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 Helong?
The earliest sunrise in Helong in 2026 is at 3:45 AM on June 14 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Helong?
The latest sunset in Helong in 2026 is at 7:05 PM on June 21 (Asia/Shanghai). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Helong?
After sunset at 6:04 PM in Helong, civil twilight ends at 6:33 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:45 PM (Asia/Shanghai).
What these times mean
Solar times in Helong 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 Helong
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Helong on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:51 AM | 4:15 PM | 9h 24m |
| February | 6:21 AM | 4:55 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 5:36 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 4:43 AM | 6:05 PM | 13h 22m |
| May | 4:02 AM | 6:38 PM | 14h 36m |
| June | 3:45 AM | 7:03 PM | 15h 17m |
| July | 3:59 AM | 6:59 PM | 15h 00m |
| August | 4:30 AM | 6:26 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 5:03 AM | 5:34 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 5:36 AM | 4:42 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:14 AM | 4:01 PM | 9h 47m |
| December | 6:46 AM | 3:51 PM | 9h 05m |