Solar Angle Calculator
Calculate sun elevation for navigation and fire starting
Location & Time
Negative = Southern Hemisphere
Solar Position
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°
Solar Elevation
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°
Azimuth (from N)
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Fire Starting Potential
Enter location and time to calculate solar position.
☀️ Solar Angle Basics
The sun's elevation angle changes based on your latitude, the season, and time of day.
- At solar noon: Sun is highest in the sky
- Summer: Sun arcs higher, longer days
- Winter: Sun arcs lower, shorter days
- Equinox: Equal day and night, sun crosses equator
Solar Fire Starting
Solar fire starting (using lens or mirror) requires sun elevation above 30° for practical use. Above 45° is ideal.