Our Story
Sunset Tracker was born from a simple observation: sunsets are one of nature's most beautiful phenomena, yet tracking them accurately across different locations remained surprisingly difficult. Whether you're a photographer planning a shoot, a traveler seeking the perfect golden hour moment, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of a sunset, we built this tool for you.
What started as a personal project in early 2024 has grown into a comprehensive platform serving thousands of users worldwide. We combine precise astronomical calculations with real-time weather data to provide the most accurate sunset information available.
Our Mission
To make the world's sunsets accessible to everyone. We believe that nature's daily spectacle should be easy to track, plan for, and enjoy. By providing free, accurate sunset times for 195 world capitals, we help people connect with nature's rhythms and capture unforgettable moments.
What We Offer
- Real-Time Sunset Tracking: Live sunset times for 195 capital cities worldwide, updated every minute
- Golden & Blue Hour Calculator: Essential timing for photographers to capture the perfect light
- Weather Integration: Know viewing conditions before you head out - cloud cover, visibility, and more
- Personalized Location: Automatic detection of your nearest capital city with custom sunset information
- Mobile-Optimized: Perfect experience on any device, anywhere in the world
- 100% Free: No subscriptions, no paywalls - sunset information for everyone
Who We Serve
Photographers: Plan your shoots with precision. Know exactly when golden hour starts and blue hour ends.
Travelers: Never miss a spectacular sunset in a new city. Find the best viewing times wherever you go.
Nature Enthusiasts: Connect with nature's daily rhythm. Track seasonal changes in sunset times.
Event Planners: Schedule outdoor events with confidence. Know exact sunset times months in advance.
The Technology
We use advanced astronomical algorithms to calculate precise sunset times based on geographical coordinates. Our calculations account for:
- Atmospheric refraction effects
- Earth's axial tilt and orbital position
- Geographical latitude and longitude
- Time zone corrections
Weather data is sourced from Open-Meteo, providing real-time atmospheric conditions to help you determine viewing quality.
Our Commitment
We are committed to maintaining this service as a free, accessible resource for the global community. As we grow, we're exploring sustainable ways to support the platform while keeping the core service free for everyone.
Your privacy matters to us. We collect minimal data and never sell your information. Read our Privacy Policy to learn more.
Looking Ahead
We're constantly improving Sunset Tracker with new features:
- Expanding coverage to more cities worldwide
- Adding sunrise tracking and day length calculations
- Developing API access for developers
- Creating notification features for sunset alerts
- Building a community photo gallery
Get In Touch
We love hearing from our users! Whether you have feedback, feature requests, or just want to share a beautiful sunset photo, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact us at: [email protected]
Or visit our Contact Page for more ways to reach us.