What does a sun path show in Banff?

A sun path shows where the sun moves through the sky, including elevation, compass bearing and the shape of the daylight arc.

Why does sun path matter for photographers in Banff?

It helps you plan where light will come from, when shadows will fall and whether a subject will be front-lit or backlit.

Sun path · Banff

Sun path

The sun's arc across the sky, showing elevation against compass direction for Banff. Dashed curves show the June solstice, equinox and December solstice for comparison.

Day length

16h 34m

Max elevation

62°

Rises → sets

NE → NW

1:44 PMWalk the day

Direction

S · 180°

Elevation

62.2°

Frequently asked

What does a sun path show in Banff?: A sun path shows where the sun moves through the sky, including elevation, compass bearing and the shape of the daylight arc.
Why does sun path matter for photographers in Banff?: It helps you plan where light will come from, when shadows will fall and whether a subject will be front-lit or backlit.