Sun Position API
Sun Position is a simple tool for getting sun position data. It returns data such as altitude, azimuth, and distance of the sun from the location provided.
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API Response
12345678910111213141516{ "status": "ok", "error": null, "data": { "date": "01-22-2026", "time": "14:30", "coordinates": { "latitude": 37.7749, "longitude": -122.4194 }, "sun": { "altitude": 0.13571365568367633, "azimuth": 0.9137156885643708 } } }
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What does the Sun Position API do?
Sun Position is a simple tool for getting sun position data. It returns data such as altitude, azimuth, and distance of the sun from the location provided. The API returns structured data in JSON, XML, or YAML format, making it easy to integrate into any application or workflow.
How fast is the Sun Position API?
The Sun Position API has an average response time of 369ms, with a median (p50) of 349ms and 99th percentile of 502ms. Our infrastructure maintains 99.9% uptime with servers distributed globally for low latency.
How much does the Sun Position API cost?
Each call to the Sun Position API uses 1 credit. The free tier includes 100 credits per month. Paid plans start at $29.99/month with higher limits, and enterprise plans offer custom pricing with priority support.
How do I authenticate Sun Position API requests?
Include your API key in the request header as X-API-Key: your_key_here. All requests are made over HTTPS for security. You can get your API key by signing up for a free account.
What HTTP methods does Sun Position support?
The Sun Position API supports GET requests. Simply pass your parameters as query strings in the URL. Check our documentation for detailed parameter specifications.
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