Photography Dashboard: Portland, OR
Current Conditions
- Temp: 49°F
- Conditions: Mostly Sunny
- Wind: 5 mphNNE
- Cloud Cover: N/A
- Precip Chance: 0%
- Humidity: 67%
Photography Tip:
Cloud cover acts as a giant softbox. Overcast days are perfect for portraits and macro photography as they eliminate harsh shadows. High humidity can amplify atmospheric perspective (haze) in landscapes.
Astro Data (2025-11-30)
- Sunrise: 15:30
- Sunset: 00:30
- Moonrise: 21:44
- Moonset: 10:03
- Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
- Moon Illum.: 73%%
Why this matters:
The moon phase dictates night photography opportunities. A New Moon (0-10% illumination) is best for Milky Way shots to avoid light pollution. A Full Moon provides natural light for foregrounds in landscape shots.
Magic Hours (Approx.)
Next Golden Hour: Calculating...
Next Blue Hour: Calculating...
Note: Times are estimates based on simple offsets.
Light Quality:Golden Hour (warm, soft light) is ideal for portraits and landscapes with long shadows. Blue Hour (cool, balanced light) happens just before sunrise and after sunset, perfect for cityscapes where artificial lights balance with the sky.
Est. Camera Settings
- Aperture: f/11
- Shutter: 1/125
- ISO: 100
Note: Adjust for scene & artistic intent.
Guideline:
These are starting points based on the 'Sunny 16' rule. Always check your histogram! Use a lower ISO (100-200) for maximum quality and a tripod if shutter speeds drop below 1/60s.
Clothing Suggestion
Light jacket, sweater, or layers needed.
Comfort = Creativity:
If you're cold or wet, you're less likely to wait for the perfect moment. Layering allows you to adapt to changing conditions without cutting your shoot short.
Historical (Last Year)
- Avg High: 48°F
- Avg Low: 31°F
- Avg Precip: 0.00 in
Source: NCEI (USW00024229), Date: 2024-11-30.
Planning Context:
Comparing today with historical averages helps predict seasonal trends. If it's significantly warmer or wetter than usual, phenological events (like blooms or fall colors) might be early or late.
Hyperfocal Calc
FF≈0.03, APS-C≈0.02
Focus Distance: --
What is this?
Hyperfocal distance is the focus point that maximizes depth of field. Focusing at this distance keeps everything from half that distance to infinity in acceptable focus. Essential for sharp landscapes.
ND Exposure Calc
New Exposure: --
Creative Control:
Neutral Density (ND) filters reduce light entering the lens, allowing for longer shutter speeds even in bright daylight. Use them to blur moving water or clouds for a dreamy effect.
Pre-Shoot Checklist
Click item text to toggle. Saved locally.
Popular Spots Map
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