Sun Position Calculator
Calculate sun altitude and azimuth for any location and time
Latitude / Longitude
What is Sun Position Calculator?
The Sun Position Calculator shows you exactly where the sun is in the sky based on your location and chosen date/time. It calculates the solar altitude (angle above the horizon) and azimuth (compass direction), useful for photography, solar panel placement, and architecture.
How to use
- Enter your latitude and longitude, or allow the tool to detect your location automatically via GPS.
- Choose a date and time — or use the current moment — to see the sun's position at that instant.
- Read the altitude (degrees above horizon) and azimuth (compass bearing) along with sunrise and sunset times.
Result
A photographer in New York (40.71, -74.01) checks the sun position for December 21 at 3:00 PM and sees the altitude is 22.5 degrees and the azimuth is 222 degrees (southwest), perfect for planning golden-hour shots.
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