Golden Hour at Lake Bled
Upper Carniola, Slovenia — Alpine lake with a church island and medieval castle.
Golden hour at Lake Bled varies from 51 minutes in the morning to 51 minutes in the evening during peak months (December, January, June). Sunrise ranges from 07:42 in January to 07:39 in December. Alpine lake with a church island and medieval castle. 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 | 07:42 | 16:43 | 48m | 48m | 120° ESE | 240° WSW |
| Feb | 07:07 | 17:28 | 43m | 43m | 108° ESE | 253° WSW |
| Mar | 06:16 | 18:09 | 40m | 40m | 92° E | 268° W |
| Apr | 06:17 | 19:50 | 40m | 41m | 75° ENE | 285° WNW |
| May | 05:30 | 20:30 | 44m | 44m | 61° ENE | 299° WNW |
| Jun | 05:10 | 20:57 | 47m | 47m | 54° NE | 306° NW |
| Jul | 05:26 | 20:52 | 45m | 45m | 57° ENE | 303° WNW |
| Aug | 06:02 | 20:13 | 42m | 41m | 68° ENE | 291° WNW |
| Sep | 06:41 | 19:15 | 40m | 40m | 85° E | 275° W |
| Oct | 07:20 | 18:17 | 41m | 41m | 102° ESE | 258° WSW |
| Nov | 07:04 | 16:31 | 46m | 46m | 116° ESE | 243° WSW |
| Dec | 07:39 | 16:17 | 51m | 51m | 124° SE | 236° SW |
Best months for golden hour: December, January, June. Times shown for the 15th of each month.
See the sun's path with real terrain horizon for any date
Milky Way Visibility at Lake Bled
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 Lake Bled?
- Golden hour at Lake Bled varies by season. The longest golden hour sessions are in December, January, June. Morning golden hour lasts 51m and evening 51m during the peak month.
- What time is sunrise at Lake Bled?
- Sunrise ranges from 07:42 in January to 07:39 in December.
- What direction does the sun rise and set at Lake Bled?
- Sunrise bearing shifts from 124° SE in winter to 54° NE in summer. Sunset shifts from 236° SW to 306° NW.
- What is the best time of year to photograph Lake Bled?
- 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, May, July.
- What time should I arrive to photograph sunrise at Lake Bled?
- Arrive 30-45 minutes before sunrise to catch blue hour and set up. In January, that means arriving by 07:02. 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 Lake Bled?
- 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 Lake Bled?
- Yes, the Milky Way core is visible from Lake Bled during June, May, July. Best visibility requires clear skies and minimal light pollution. Use Heliora to check exact times for your visit date.
- Is Lake Bled good for astrophotography?
- Lake Bled has up to 3 hours of dark sky with the Milky Way core visible during peak months (June, May, July). Check local light pollution conditions and plan around the new moon for best results.
Nearby Locations
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- Plitvice Lakes 203 km
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- Matterhorn 497 km
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