Golden Hour
Calculator
Free browser extension for photographers. Calculate golden hour, blue hour, sunrise, and sunset times for any US location.
Golden Hour
Never miss
the perfect light
As photographers, we know that light is everything. The Golden Hour Calculator puts essential lighting information at your fingertips, so you can plan shoots with confidence and capture images bathed in that magical warm glow.
Simply enter any US ZIP code to get precise times for sunrise, sunset, golden hour (both morning and evening), and blue hour. Your last location is saved automatically for quick access.
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Features for
working photographers
Built with photographers in mind, this lightweight extension delivers exactly what you need without the clutter.
Golden Hour Times
Get precise morning and evening golden hour windows for that warm, magical light every photographer loves.
Blue Hour Timing
Know exactly when blue hour begins for stunning twilight shots with soft, diffused lighting.
Any US Location
Enter any US ZIP code to get accurate times based on your exact shooting location.
Built for Photographers
Designed by a working photographer who understands the importance of catching the perfect light.
Always Accessible
One click from your browser toolbar gives you instant access to today's lighting schedule.
Lightning Fast
Lightweight extension loads instantly with no bloat. Just the information you need, when you need it.
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for your browser
Available for all major browsers. Install in seconds and start planning your next golden hour shoot.
100% free. No account required. No data collection.
Why golden hour
matters
Golden hour—the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset—produces the most flattering, warm-toned natural light for photography. During this time, sunlight travels through more atmosphere, creating soft shadows and that coveted golden glow that makes portraits, landscapes, and lifestyle photos truly stunning.
For portrait photographers, golden hour light is incredibly forgiving. It wraps around subjects, minimizes harsh shadows under eyes and noses, and creates a natural warmth that makes skin tones glow. This is why engagement sessions, family portraits, and senior photos are often scheduled during these precious windows.
Blue hour—the twilight period after sunset—offers a different but equally beautiful quality of light. The sky takes on deep blue tones while ambient city lights begin to glow, creating dramatic backdrops perfect for creative portraits and architectural photography.
The challenge? Golden hour timing changes daily and varies significantly by location. That's why we built the Golden Hour Calculator—to give photographers instant access to accurate timing information for any US location, right from their browser.
Ready to catch
the perfect light?
Join thousands of photographers who never miss golden hour. Install the free extension today.