Solar Position Calculator: Track Sunrise, Sunset, and Moon Phases Worldwide On A Map
The Solar Position Calculator is a free, interactive tool that helps you discover precise solar and lunar information for any location on Earth. Whether you’re a photographer planning the perfect golden hour shot, a gardener tracking sunlight patterns, or simply curious about daylight hours around the world, this tool provides accurate, real-time calculations.
Key Features
- Real-time local time display with automatic timezone detection
- Precise sunrise, sunset, and solar noon times
- Current moon phase with a visual representation
- Day length calculations
- Interactive world map interface
- Draggable location marker for precise positioning
- Date selector for future and past solar events
Click or drag the marker on the map to calculate solar information for that location.
How to Use the Solar Position Calculator
Select a Location: Click anywhere on the map to choose your location of interest. You can fine-tune the position by dragging the marker.
Choose a Date: Use the date picker at the top of the tool to select any date. The default is set to today.
View Results: The calculator instantly displays:
- Local time and timezone information
- Exact coordinates of your selected location
- Sunrise, solar noon, and sunset times
- Current moon phase and illumination percentage
- Total day length
Perfect For
- Photographers planning outdoor shoots
- Solar panel installation planning
- Gardening and agriculture timing
- Outdoor event planning
- Astronomical observations
- Educational purposes
- Travel planning
- Architecture and building design
Technical Details
The calculator uses precise astronomical calculations to determine solar positions and moon phases. All times are automatically converted to the local timezone of your selected location, making it easy to compare daylight hours across different regions of the world.
Accuracy and Updates
The tool provides real-time updates and calculations based on your selected location. The timezone calculations are approximate based on longitude, providing a practical reference for general use. For extremely precise timing needs, please verify with local authorities.
Note: This tool works best on modern web browsers and requires JavaScript to be enabled. For optimal performance, ensure your browser is up to date.
