Sun Position Map Android

Sun Position Map

Shows position of sun and moon and rise and set times

Features & Capabilities

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Shows position of the sun at any given point in time
Shows position of the moon at any given point in time
Position of sunrise and sunset for current day
Position of moon rise and moon set for current day
Position of the latest and earliest sunrise
Position of the latest and earliest sunset
Maps of type "map", "satellite", "hybrid" and "terrain"
Compass to help determine where sun will be at any given date and time
Save locations on map with notes
Displays moon phase and illumination
Change date/time with either a slider, or precise buttons.
Shows a camera's field of view indicator in landscape and portrait modes
Shows position of starts, constellations and Messier objects

To access all of the settings options note that the settings can scroll both up and down and side to side.

To use the compass, click the navigator icon on the right, and the heading indicator will turn on. Line up the heading indicator line with any of the sun line, sunrise or sunset lines, and the direction the phone is facing is the direction the sun will be. The compasses in phones are pretty inaccurate, you can usually increase the accuracy by moving the phone around in a figure-eight pattern. You can also gauge the accuracy by pointing the phone towards the sun and observing how far off it is.

Permissions: This app doesn't require any extra permissions than what is absolutely necessary to function. It uses the Google Maps API which requires access to external storage and network access. Additionally it requires access to location data to show your current position. I do not track or collect any information about users of this app, but I cannot speak for any tracking or collection the Google Maps API does.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Greg A Miller
Downloads:
234,654 141
Rating:
4.22
(1,051)
Version:
5.6 Last updated: 2025-06-07
Version code:
23
Creation date:
2014-11-14
Publisher country:
US US
Permissions:
  • android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
  • android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
  • android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
  • android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
Size:
1.41MB
Email:
gm*****@gregmiller.net
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-05
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Greg A Miller
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.principiaprogramatica.sunpositionmap
Email:
gm*****@gregmiller.net
Website:
http://www.principiaprogramatica.com

User Reviews

Sun Position Map is praised for its concise, powerful sun and moon data and its usefulness for photography planning. Users value its simple interface and map view that consolidate tools for planning shoots, locations, and timing. It’s reliable and long-used, but common criticisms include a regression in showing borders, challenging UI controls, device quirks, and requests for features like adjustable circle shading and ongoing updates.
Pros
  • Simple, elegant UI that presents a lot of information in a concise format.
  • Provides sun and moon positions, rise/set times, and related data for planning photos and outdoor activities.
  • Excellent planning tool for photography, helping with timing, vantage points, and field-of-view planning.
  • Reliable and well-regarded; users have used it for years with consistent results.
  • All-in-one tool with a good map view and integrated tools that simplify complex solar/astronomical data.
Cons
  • Borders/state boundaries have stopped showing in newer versions, a regression users want fixed.
  • Bottom controls and the date slider can be hard to use or overly sensitive.
  • Tablet or touch navigation can be inconsistent (swipe vs. scroll issues on some devices).
  • Missing features like an adjustable circle shade; users would like more customization.
  • Needs regular updates to maintain compatibility and address requests.
Recent reviews
top.. very smooth, minimal app with no unnecessary permission requests. thanks to the developer for making and sharing.
by Va*****, 2026-04-23

Simple, elegant tons of information in a concise format.
by Sh*****, 2026-02-13

Great app. Does what it advertises well. Takes a minute to get the hang of how to use it, but after that, it's a pretty smooth experience. I wish it also included moon phase tracking.
by Ro*****, 2026-01-05
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