What does a sun path show in Rome?

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 Rome?

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 · Rome

Sun path

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

Day length

15h 14m

Max elevation

72°

Rises → sets

ENE → WNW

1:12 PMWalk the day

Direction

S · 180°

Elevation

71.5°

Frequently asked

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