What does a sun path show in Chicago?

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 Chicago?

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 · Chicago

Sun path

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

Day length

15h 13m

Max elevation

72°

Rises → sets

ENE → WNW

12:53 PMWalk the day

Direction

S · 180°

Elevation

71.5°

Frequently asked

What does a sun path show in Chicago?: 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 Chicago?: It helps you plan where light will come from, when shadows will fall and whether a subject will be front-lit or backlit.