About
Alpenglow predicts sunrise and sunset quality, not just times. It combines accurate sunrise and sunset times with light quality forecasts so photographers and outdoor enthusiasts know when conditions are worth capturing. The app shows Golden Hour, Magic Hour, and Blue Hour times, includes a sun direction map and augmented reality sun path visualization, and offers flexible reminder alarms. Pro features unlock 4-day forecasts, automatic alarm scheduling, interactive widgets, and Apple Watch complications. Available on iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, Apple TV, and Vision Pro.
Highlights
- Sunrise and sunset quality forecasts predicting how good the light will be before it happens
- Golden Hour, Magic Hour, and Blue Hour times with flexible reminder alarms
- Augmented reality sun path visualization and sun direction map showing where the sun rises and sets
- 4-day quality forecasts with automatic alarm scheduling in Pro version
- Works across iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, Apple TV, and Vision Pro with interactive widgets
Best for
Photographers planning shoots and outdoor enthusiasts who want to know not just when sunrise or sunset occurs, but whether the light quality will be worth capturing. Also useful for anyone planning trips or outdoor activities to custom locations worldwide.
At a glance
Sunset Predictions: Alpenglow is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,026 ratings and is available on iOS and Android — all free to download.
It is developed by AndyDev - Andrew Yates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Sunset Predictions: Alpenglow free?
- Yes — Sunset Predictions: Alpenglow is free to download on iOS and Android.
- What platforms is Sunset Predictions: Alpenglow available on?
- Sunset Predictions: Alpenglow is available on iOS and Android.
- What is Alpenglow?
- Alpenglow predicts sunrise and sunset quality using its own forecast model designed specifically for light conditions. It combines accurate times with quality forecasts so you know how good the light is expected to be before it happens, helping photographers and outdoor planners decide when to go outside.
- How far ahead can you forecast sunrise and sunset quality?
- The free version shows current forecasts, while Alpenglow Pro unlocks quality forecasts up to 4 days ahead. Pro also includes automatic alarm scheduling when sunrise or sunset quality exceeds your threshold.
- Does Alpenglow work on Apple Watch?
- Yes. Alpenglow works on Apple Watch with support for complications and Live Activities to count down to upcoming sunrise and sunset events. Pro features include access to forecast Apple Watch complications.
- Can you see where the sun will rise and set?
- Yes. Alpenglow includes a sun direction map showing where the sun rises and sets, plus an augmented reality sun path feature to visualize the sun's movement across the sky.
- What are the alternatives to Sunset Predictions: Alpenglow?
- Sunset Predictions: Alpenglow is similar to Moment Pro Camera II and NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts. Browse related apps by tag: photography and weather.
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