Golden Hour Calculator

Calculate the best times for golden hour photography at your location.

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UTC Timezone Offset

5:34 AM - 6:06 AM

Duration: 32 minutes

5:46 PM - 6:18 PM

Duration: 32 minutes

Sunrise5:34 AM

Solar Noon11:56 AM

Sunset6:18 PM

Day Length12h 44m

• Arrive 30 minutes before golden hour starts to set up

• Morning golden hour often has fewer people and calmer conditions

• Evening golden hour typically has warmer, more saturated colors

• Use a tripod for lower light conditions near sunrise/sunset

• Consider using a graduated ND filter for landscapes