Sunset Prediction & Sunrise Forecast App | Solora
Plan sunrise and sunset photography with Solora: check forecast conditions, golden hour timing, Sun-path maps and saved locations on Apple devices.
Why plan sunrise and sunset with Solora?
- Check sunrise, sunset, dawn and dusk for your chosen location and date.
- Combine cloud cover, visibility and local weather with your photography timing.
- Preview the Sun’s direction, altitude and path on a map or in AR before scouting a viewpoint.
- Compare saved locations and plan golden hour alongside Moon, aurora and night-sky conditions.
What you can plan
- Decide when to leave for a sunrise shoot or sunset landscape.
- Scout light direction for a coastline, mountain foreground or city skyline.
- Compare nearby viewpoints when cloud or a blocked horizon changes your plan.
- Keep timing and forecast context close at hand on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch.
Read the forecast in context
Read the solar schedule alongside the app's ratings. Check the location, date and weather before choosing where to photograph. A rating supports planning; it does not guarantee sky color or necessarily represent a probability.
Guide updated October 6, 2026.
How to plan a sunrise or sunset session
1. Choose the location and the moment
Start with the place you will actually photograph, not just the nearest city. Check the date, local time and sunrise or sunset window. Allow time for travel, access and setup; a calculated sunset does not include the time you need to walk to the viewpoint.
2. Read weather alongside the timing
A sunset time tells you when the Sun reaches the horizon; it does not tell you how colorful the sky will be. Review cloud cover, visibility and weather throughout your session. Forecast conditions can change, so revisit the plan close to departure rather than treating an earlier summary as a guarantee.
3. Preview direction and horizon
Use the Sun-path map or AR view to place the Sun relative to your subject. Check whether you want side light, a silhouette or an alignment. Mountains, buildings and trees can block your visible horizon before the listed sunset time, so confirm the actual line of sight at the location.
4. Compare a practical backup
Switch between saved locations to compare timing and weather context. A nearby spot with an open horizon can be a better backup than a long last-minute drive. Choose a second composition as well as a second location so you can respond to the light you see on arrival.
Sunset prediction has limits
Astronomical timing and weather-based judgments answer different questions. The clock can be predictable while clouds and visibility remain uncertain. Use forecast summaries to support your decision, not as a promise of vivid color. This page explains the workflow; it does not display a live forecast for your location.
One workflow across Apple devices
Solora brings sunrise and sunset planning together with golden hour, Moon phases, Sun-path scouting and saved locations. It is available on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch. Download from the App Store to check current device requirements and in-app purchase details.
Questions people ask before choosing a sunrise & sunset forecast app
Does a sunset forecast tell me the time or the quality of the light?
These are different measurements. Sunrise and sunset times describe solar events; weather and cloud context help you judge the likely light. Solora combines timing with forecast summaries and planning tools so you can make a more informed decision.
Can Solora guarantee a colorful sunrise or sunset?
No. Weather and local horizon conditions can change. Use forecasts to choose a shooting window, check conditions again before leaving, and keep a backup plan.
Can I preview the direction of the sunset?
Yes. Solora includes Sun-path map and AR tools to help you understand the direction and altitude of the Sun relative to your location and subject.
Can I compare different locations?
Yes. Save locations and switch between them to compare timing and weather context before choosing a viewpoint.
Which devices can I use?
Solora is available on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch. See the App Store listing for current compatibility and purchase details.
Is the forecast on this page live?
No. The screenshots illustrate the app. Open Solora for location-specific information and check the date and current conditions before planning your session.