Sun Position is a Blender add-on that automates the placement of the sun and sky based on specific geographic, date, and time data. This utility integrates directly into the Blender interface to provide precise solar orientation tools for architectural visualisation. By inputting latitude, longitude, and temporal parameters, the script calculates the accurate sun vector, automatically aligning lights and sky textures to match real-world conditions. It removes the need for manual rotation of light sources or guesswork when setting up exterior scenes. The tool is designed to ensure consistent lighting across multiple frames, facilitating reliable environmental illumination for both still renders and animation sequences within the 3D viewport, maintaining technical accuracy for sun-path studies.

The download is a 31 KB file containing .ZIP files.

Install the script via the Blender preferences menu to access the tool within the sidebar. Once activated, users can input location coordinates and set the desired time and date. The add-on dynamically updates the light object position and sky texture nodes accordingly. It is compatible with standard render engines, allowing for rapid iteration of lighting setups without manual adjustments to the scene hierarchy or light properties during the development phase.

This add-on is essential for architects and visualisers performing shadow studies or daylight analysis in residential, office, and urban projects. It serves as a critical component during the design development stage, ensuring that sunlight penetration and shading are accurately represented in early concept renders. Professionals use this tool to verify building performance and aesthetic lighting conditions throughout different times of the year, making it a standard requirement for high-quality exterior visualisations and site-specific environmental modelling.