Golden Hour Calculator
Find the perfect golden hour times for photography at any location worldwide.
Location & Date
What is Golden Hour?
Golden hour is the period shortly after sunrise or before sunset when daylight is redder and softer, creating ideal conditions for photography with warm, diffused lighting and long shadows.
Morning Golden Hour
Starts
4:34 AM
Ends
5:34 AM
Best Time: 5:04 AM
Evening Golden Hour
Starts
6:12 PM
Ends
7:12 PM
Best Time: 6:42 PM
Photography Tips
Arrive Early
Set up 15-20 minutes before golden hour starts
Face the Sun
Position subjects facing the sun for warm, even lighting
Use Backlighting
Create silhouettes or rim lighting with sun behind subject
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Editorial Note
MyCalcBuddy Editorial Team
This page is maintained as an educational calculator reference.
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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References
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🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.