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Sun Times in West Hillhurst
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Hillhurst?
Sunrise in West Hillhurst on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Hillhurst?
Sunset in West Hillhurst on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:53 PM (America/Edmonton). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Hillhurst?
Morning golden hour in West Hillhurst ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:07 PM.
How long is the day in West Hillhurst?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in West Hillhurst there are 14 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Hillhurst?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Hillhurst at 1:40 PM (America/Edmonton). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Hillhurst?
In West Hillhurst, sunset is at 8:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:10 PM (America/Edmonton). Civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Hillhurst?
Twilight in West Hillhurst lasts approximately 137 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 West Hillhurst?
The earliest sunrise in West Hillhurst in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 11 (America/Edmonton). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Hillhurst?
The latest sunset in West Hillhurst in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 21 (America/Edmonton). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Hillhurst?
After sunset at 8:53 PM in West Hillhurst, civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:10 PM (America/Edmonton).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Hillhurst 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 West Hillhurst
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Hillhurst on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:33 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 26m |
| February | 7:48 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 7:49 AM | 7:41 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 34m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 9:53 PM | 16h 32m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:44 PM | 16h 06m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 33m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 55m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:29 PM | 7h 56m |