# Sunsit Berlin — Live sun & shadow map

> Real-time sun and shadow map for Berlin, predicting outdoor light conditions. (iPhone/iPad app by Janik Dostert.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunsit-berlin/id6742383285 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Janik Dostert](https://appshunter.io/developer/1779781031)
- Category: Weather, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 44 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2026-04-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunsit-berlin/id6742383285/reviews.md

## What is Sunsit Berlin?

Sunsit shows you which spots in Berlin are sunny right now and when they will be.

Wondering if that cafe terrace is sunny at the moment? Trying to find the best bench in the park for a coffee date in two hours? Sunsit uses a digital elevation model that captures the height of every meter across Berlin — every building, every tree, every structure — and calculates real shadows for cafés, restaurants, Biergärten, lakes, parks, and playgrounds across all 12 districts. No guessing, no walking there to check. Just open the app and see.

FEATURES
- Real-time shadow overlay on the map, computed from real-world height data
- Tap any place to see its full sun/shade timeline for the day
- Interactive scrub: drag through the timeline and watch shadows fly across the map
- Park analysis with sun/shade breakdown percentages
- Save your favorite sunny spots with live sun status previews
- Search any place in Berlin with instant sun data
- Share places from maps apps directly into Sunsit
- Create and share sun cards with map, shadows, and timeline
- Weather integration: cloud cover, temperature, and rain forecasts

SUNSIT PRO
Upgrade to unlock the full experience:
- Pick any date in the future to see sun and shadow data
- Sun prediction and weather forecast for the next week
- Cloud cover and weather overlays on every timeline
- Long-press anywhere on the map for sun data at that exact point
- Rename your saved custom spots to find them more quickly
- Tree shade vs. building shadow breakdown
- Unlimited favorites
- Sun hours heatmaps for parks, lakes, playgrounds and more

No account required. No ads. No tracking.

DATA SOURCES
Shadow data is computed from Berlin Open Data (Geoportal Berlin), OpenStreetMap, and the Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD).

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SUNSIT PRO SUBSCRIPTION

Sunsit is free to use. Sunsit Pro is an optional auto-renewable subscription that unlocks the features listed above. The yearly subscription offers a 7-day free trial for new users.

Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, at the same price. You can manage and cancel your subscription by going to your Apple ID account settings after purchase.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://sunsit.io/privacy

## Key features

- Real-time shadow overlay on map
- Sun/shade timeline for any location
- Interactive shadow scrubbing
- Park sun/shade breakdown
- Save favorite sunny spots
- Weather integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $12.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunsit-berlin/id6742383285/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect to find sunny spots

*2026-05-05*

This app does exactly what I need - it helps me navigate to sunny spots whenever I need them or seek shadow on a hot day. Beautifully designed. I recommend the pro version for the full experience!

### 5/5 — ☀️

*2026-04-23*

Wer Lust hat seine Drinks zeitgenau in der Sonne einzunehmen, sollte sich diese App zulegen! 
Hier kann man gut einsehen wo und wann die Terrassen der Restaurants und Bars in vollem Glanz der Sonneneinstrahlung ihr Potential ausschöpfen.

### 5/5 — Genial

*2026-04-18*

Schönes und vor allem übersichtliches Design. Klare Empfehlung für alle, die gerne in der Sonne statt im Schatten sitzen!

## Frequently asked questions about Sunsit Berlin

### What is Sunsit?

Sunsit is a weather app that provides a real-time sun and shadow map for Berlin. It helps users find sunny spots by calculating shade from buildings and trees based on detailed height data.

### Does Sunsit have ads?

No, Sunsit is ad-free. The app explicitly states 'No ads' and focuses on providing a clean user experience without interruptions.

### What are the features of Sunsit Pro?

Sunsit Pro unlocks advanced features like future date sun/shadow data, weekly weather forecasts, cloud cover overlays, detailed tree vs. building shadow breakdowns, and unlimited saved spots. It also offers sun hours heatmaps for parks and playgrounds.

### How much does Sunsit Pro cost?

Sunsit Pro offers a monthly subscription for $2.99 and a yearly subscription for $12.99. The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial for new users.

### Can I cancel my Sunsit Pro subscription?

Yes, you can manage and cancel your Sunsit Pro subscription at any time by going to your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Auto-renewal must be turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### What devices is Sunsit available on?

Sunsit is currently supported on iPhones. The app is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Sunsit updated?

The latest version of Sunsit is 1.3.0, which was last updated on June 11, 2026. Updates typically include improvements to data accuracy and new features.

### What data sources does Sunsit use?

Sunsit computes its shadow data using information from Berlin Open Data (Geoportal Berlin), OpenStreetMap, and the Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD) for weather integration.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2026-06-11

New in v1.3:
- Open places from maps apps: Tap "Share" on a place in your favorite maps app and select Sunsit to instantly see its sun data
- Share cards: Share a place from Sunsit with your friends and send them a sun card with map, shadows, and timeline so the whole group chat knows when to meet
- Various improvements to the map, timeline, and weather display

### 1.2.0 — 2026-05-26

New in v1.2:
- Date picker for future days
- Weather forecast for the coming week
- Added public swimming pools and bathing lakes
- Rename personal favorites
- Optimized shadow rendering so shadows remain visible at higher zoom levels

General improvements:
- Higher shadow resolution when zooming in
- The timeline now shows info explaining why shadows can't be scrubbed
- Fixes a bug where parks and places were sometimes not recognized correctly
- Park heatmap now stays active when the park view is minimized

### 1.1.0 — 2026-04-22

What's new in 1.1:
- Improved main screen: when opening the app you now see an overview of the states of all your favorites making it easier to decide if any of them are worth a visit.
- Sort & filter favorites: Sort your saved spots by distance or sun, and filter by category, district, or current sun state. Filter states are then also visible in the main sheet.
- Improved feedback flow: suggesting improved sun spots is now much quicker; just tap the exclamation mark next to the "Directions" button on any place detail sheet, move the map to suggest a better point and hit submit. Thank you for helping improve the data for everyone!
- District/subdistrict on the map: the toolbar on the map now shows the current district and subdistrict when panning the map.
- Check any spot (Pro): Long-press anywhere on the map to see sun and shadow details for that exact point like your favorite bench, tree in a park etc., and save it as a favorite.
- Now also available on iOS 18: Sunsit now runs on iOS 18 and later. For the best experience and if your device supports it, consider upgrading to iOS 26.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-04-13

No release notes.

## More apps by Janik Dostert

- [Days of Life - Milestones](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/days-of-life-milestones/id6738207784)

All apps by Janik Dostert: https://appshunter.io/developer/1779781031

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-14.*