# Sunspot - Solar Compass & Path — Sunrise Sunset Blue/Golden hrs

> Solar compass and event tracker for photographers, with weather forecasts. (iPhone/iPad app by Rhydian Thomas.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunspot-solar-compass-and-path/id914312702 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rhydian Thomas](https://appshunter.io/developer/677631187)
- Category: Weather, Utilities
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-09-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunspot-solar-compass-and-path/id914312702/reviews.md

## What is Sunspot?

Spot where the sun is at, where it will rise and where it will set with this simple solar compass.

• Sun position at sunrise and sunset, relative to you
• Sunrise sunset times, plus first/last light, morning/evening blue and golden hours
• Track the sun path throughout the day
• Set a timer and countdown to solar events
• Get push notifications when a solar event is approaching
• Switch between 2D and 3D modes
• Weather forecast for solar events. Choose from Cloud, Rain, Storm, and other key forecast elements 
• Customise the appearance with themes and light or dark modes

Loved by Landscape Photographers, and Videographers. Architects and Planners, Gardeners and Outdoor Enthusiasts, Real Estate and Home Planners.

Listed in the "Top 5 Paid Weather Apps" on App Store with 5-star reviews!!!

No subscriptions. No hidden or locked features requiring in-app purchases.

## Key features

- Solar compass for sun position
- Sunrise and sunset tracking
- Golden hour times and duration
- Weather forecast integration
- Event notifications
- Customizable themes and modes

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunspot-solar-compass-and-path/id914312702/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Clever!

*2026-05-02*

Smart little app, handy for me with pre-dawn shoots. Nice one!

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback!

### 5/5 — Easy as

*2026-05-02*

I find this app really useful. Be good to have more colors to pick from

**Developer response:** Glad you find it useful! Let me take a look at adding more colour options for you.

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2026-04-25*

The new design is beautiful and easy to use. Simple zero clutter, does exactly what I want it to do. As a photographer this is my go to app while out at new locations planning shoots.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback!

### 5/5 — Sunspot

*2019-03-21*

I love this app, it’s so extremely useful! The only thing i’d like to see is the ability to go back and forth on different dates, rather than just the current day.

### 4/5 — It's ok

*2017-09-09*

Had to delete then reinstall to solve a problem with it locking up but works ok now.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback - we've not been able to reproduce the locking issue, if you still experience this in the latest version of the app please let us know.

### 1/5 — Color more selection and

*2017-03-01*

The user interface is somewhat hidden I had to play around with the center or it to find the sunset selection.

The color selection especially made me 😡 all I see are bland suicidal pastel colors after I paid for it too! 

(Should have looked at the screen shots I guess)

All I can do is pray the alarm works and put up with looking at the terrible limited colors! 😡

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback - there's a dark and light theme if pastel colours arnt your thing. Will consider adding new themes in the future if there's enough demand.

### 5/5 — Works great!

*2015-06-27*

Love the simple design

## Frequently asked questions about Sunspot

### What is Sunspot?

Sunspot is a solar compass and event tracker designed for photographers. It helps you find the sun's position, track sunrise and sunset times, and monitor golden hours.

### What solar events does Sunspot track?

Sunspot tracks sunrise, sunset, first light, last light, and both morning and evening golden hour times and durations.

### Can I get alerts for solar events with Sunspot?

Yes, Sunspot allows you to set up custom notifications for when a solar event is approaching, ensuring you don't miss key moments.

### Does Sunspot provide weather information?

Yes, Sunspot includes weather forecast information to help you plan your photography sessions effectively.

### What devices is Sunspot available on?

Sunspot is available on iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple Watch devices.

### How much does Sunspot cost?

Sunspot is a paid app, priced at $2.99.

### How often is Sunspot updated?

The latest version, 2.0.1, was released on May 16, 2026, indicating recent development activity.

### What is the age rating for Sunspot?

Sunspot has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.0 — 2026-07-05

Added 3D mode to view sun altitude.

### 2.1.0 — 2026-06-26

Customise which weather elements appear on the compass.

### 2.0.1 — 2026-05-16

Additional colour themes.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-04-25

New design. Choose from a catalog of solar events or scrub between them with gestures. Pick a theme, with both light and dark mode support.

### 1.2.8 — 2019-06-14

• Added additional language support

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## More apps by Rhydian Thomas

- [Sentiment](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sentiment/id1459910771)

All apps by Rhydian Thomas: https://appshunter.io/developer/677631187

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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 2026-08-21.*