Golden Hour at Amalfi Coast
Campania, Italy — Dramatic coastal cliffs with pastel villages above the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Golden hour at Amalfi Coast varies from 44 minutes in the morning to 44 minutes in the evening during peak months (December, January, June). Sunrise ranges from 07:23 in January to 07:18 in December. Dramatic coastal cliffs with pastel villages above the Tyrrhenian Sea. This guide shows computed sunrise, sunset, and golden hour times for every month of the year, with compass bearings to help you plan your composition. Milky Way core visibility data is included for astrophotography planning. All times are calculated with a precision astronomical engine. Use Heliora to see terrain-adjusted times from any exact vantage point.
Monthly Sun Times & Golden Hour
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Gold AM | Gold PM | Sunrise ° | Sunset ° |
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| Jan | 07:23 | 16:58 | 42m | 42m | 118° ESE | 243° WSW |
| Feb | 06:55 | 17:36 | 38m | 38m | 106° ESE | 254° WSW |
| Mar | 06:13 | 18:08 | 36m | 36m | 92° E | 268° W |
| Apr | 06:23 | 19:40 | 37m | 37m | 76° ENE | 284° WNW |
| May | 05:44 | 20:11 | 39m | 39m | 64° ENE | 296° WNW |
| Jun | 05:30 | 20:34 | 41m | 41m | 58° ENE | 302° WNW |
| Jul | 05:43 | 20:31 | 40m | 40m | 60° ENE | 300° WNW |
| Aug | 06:11 | 19:59 | 38m | 37m | 71° ENE | 289° WNW |
| Sep | 06:42 | 19:10 | 36m | 36m | 85° E | 274° W |
| Oct | 07:12 | 18:21 | 37m | 37m | 101° E | 259° W |
| Nov | 06:48 | 16:43 | 41m | 41m | 114° ESE | 246° WSW |
| Dec | 07:18 | 16:35 | 44m | 44m | 121° ESE | 239° WSW |
Best months for golden hour: December, January, June. Times shown for the 15th of each month.
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Milky Way Visibility at Amalfi Coast
Hours of Milky Way core visibility per month (galactic center above horizon during astronomical darkness). Peak: June
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is golden hour at Amalfi Coast?
- Golden hour at Amalfi Coast varies by season. The longest golden hour sessions are in December, January, June. Morning golden hour lasts 44m and evening 44m during the peak month.
- What time is sunrise at Amalfi Coast?
- Sunrise ranges from 07:23 in January to 07:18 in December.
- What direction does the sun rise and set at Amalfi Coast?
- Sunrise bearing shifts from 121° ESE in winter to 58° ENE in summer. Sunset shifts from 239° WSW to 302° WNW.
- What is the best time of year to photograph Amalfi Coast?
- For golden hour photography, the best months are December, January, June when golden hour is longest. For Milky Way photography, the best months are June, July, May.
- What time should I arrive to photograph sunrise at Amalfi Coast?
- Arrive 30-45 minutes before sunrise to catch blue hour and set up. In January, that means arriving by 06:43. Use Heliora to check terrain-adjusted sunrise, as mountains may delay the actual moment the sun appears.
- Does the terrain affect sunrise or sunset times at Amalfi Coast?
- Yes. Mountains, ridges, and buildings can delay sunrise or bring sunset earlier than flat-earth calculations show. Use Heliora to see the real terrain horizon from any exact viewpoint and get terrain-adjusted sun times.
- Can you see the Milky Way from Amalfi Coast?
- Yes, the Milky Way core is visible from Amalfi Coast during June, July, May. Best visibility requires clear skies and minimal light pollution. Use Heliora to check exact times for your visit date.
- Is Amalfi Coast good for astrophotography?
- Amalfi Coast has up to 5 hours of dark sky with the Milky Way core visible during peak months (June, July, May). Check local light pollution conditions and plan around the new moon for best results.
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