Vancouver Golden Hour Planner
Find golden hour, blue hour and a preparation window for outdoor shoots across Greater Vancouver.
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How to use it
Choose a city, shoot date and morning or evening session. Golden hour here runs between a solar elevation of −4° and +6°; blue hour between −8° and −4°. Add preparation minutes to see when to arrive. Calendar downloads use UTC timestamps so the same appointment survives timezone differences.
Before you export
Astronomical estimates for city centres, not weather forecasts. Mountains, buildings and property orientation affect actual light. Metro Vancouver uses UTC−7 from March 8, 2026.
Common questions
How do I use this tool?
Choose a city, shoot date and morning or evening session. Golden hour here runs between a solar elevation of −4° and +6°; blue hour between −8° and −4°. Add preparation minutes to see when to arrive. Calendar downloads use UTC timestamps so the same appointment survives timezone differences.
What should I check before using the result?
Astronomical estimates for city centres, not weather forecasts. Mountains, buildings and property orientation affect actual light. Metro Vancouver uses UTC−7 from March 8, 2026.
Do I need an account or upload my files?
No account is required. The tool processes your input in your browser. Downloads are created on your device. The site measures page visits and tool actions, but tool content is masked from session replay and is not included in our tool analytics events. Save your work before leaving.
Can StevenVideo help produce the finished video?
Yes. We create brand, event, social and AI video projects, with real estate services also available. Download your planning result, then use the contact page to discuss the scope. Nothing in this tool books or submits a project automatically.