Sun Times in West Yellowstone
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Yellowstone?
Sunrise in West Yellowstone on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Yellowstone?
Sunset in West Yellowstone on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (America/Denver). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Yellowstone?
Morning golden hour in West Yellowstone ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in West Yellowstone?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in West Yellowstone there are 14 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Yellowstone?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone?
In West Yellowstone, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:25 PM (America/Denver). Civil twilight ends at 9:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Yellowstone?
Twilight in West Yellowstone lasts approximately 114 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 Yellowstone?
The earliest sunrise in West Yellowstone in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on June 10 (America/Denver). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Yellowstone?
The latest sunset in West Yellowstone in 2026 is at 9:14 PM on June 26 (America/Denver). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Yellowstone?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in West Yellowstone, civil twilight ends at 9:03 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:25 PM (America/Denver).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Yellowstone 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 Yellowstone
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Yellowstone on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 12m |
| February | 7:24 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 29m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:30 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 30m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 50m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 33m |
| July | 5:53 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 14m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 03m |
| September | 7:03 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:39 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 35m |
| December | 7:54 AM | 4:44 PM | 8h 50m |
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