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Azimuth Spread by Latitude

How far the sunrise point wanders across the horizon throughout the year

Latitude
52.2°N
Azimuth Spread
81.0°
Summer Solstice
49.5°
Winter Solstice
130.5°

Interpretation

0 - 10°
Sun rises almost exactly East year-round
10 - 30°
Noticeable seasonal shift in sunrise direction
30 - 60°
Sun wanders significantly along the horizon
60 - 90°
Major directional variation between seasons
90°+
Sun can rise from North or South of East!

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