Free online sunrise sunset calculator. Enter a city name or coordinates to find sunrise, sunset, solar noon, golden hour, blue hour, and twilight times. Perfect for photographers, travelers, and outdoor planners.
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Free online sunrise sunset calculator. Enter a city name or coordinates to find sunrise, sunset, solar noon, golden hour, blue hour, and twilight times. Perfect for photographers, travelers, and outdoor planners.
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The Sunrise Sunset Calculator is a free online tool that requires no installation. Based on the NOAA solar calculation algorithm, it precisely determines sunrise, sunset, solar noon, and twilight times using latitude, longitude, and date. All calculations run locally in your browser β your data never leaves your device. Supports all major browsers and mobile devices. Use this tool to plan photography sessions, outdoor activities, and travel itineraries with accurate golden hour and blue hour information. No registration required, works instantly. The Sunrise Sunset Calculator provides professional-grade solar position data for photographers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts. All processing is done client-side for maximum speed and privacy. Enjoy a smooth experience on desktop or mobile.
Use Cases
- I want to check sunrise and sunset times before a trip to plan photography and outdoor activities
- I want to know the exact golden hour and blue hour windows for portrait and landscape shoots
- I want to schedule morning runs, cycling, or camping to avoid darkness and stay safe
- I want to track daylight length across seasons for farming, solar panels, or daily routines
FAQ
How are sunrise and sunset times calculated?
The tool uses the NOAA solar position algorithm with your latitude, longitude, date, and time zone to compute when the sun's center crosses the horizon.
Does entering a city name give the same result as entering coordinates?
Yes. A city name is matched to its coordinates and calculated with the same algorithm; entering coordinates manually lets you target an exact spot.
What are golden hour and blue hour?
Golden hour is roughly one hour after sunrise and before sunset, when light is soft and warm. Blue hour is the 20-40 minutes before sunrise and after sunset when the sky turns deep blue.
Why do sunrise and sunset times change so much between seasons?
Earth's axis is tilted about 23.5 degrees, so the sun's direct point moves north and south across the year, changing day length. Higher latitudes see bigger seasonal differences.