SunEarthTools
sunearthtools.com
Calculators and maps for sun position, sunrise and sunset, shadow length and solar paths for any location and date.
Why it is useful
Useful for photographers, architects, gardeners and anyone planning solar panels. Picking a point on the map shows exactly where the sun will be at any time of day or year.
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