Make a sun inclinometer

A sun inclinometer (in-cli-no-me-ter, try saying that three times fast!) helps us find the angle of the sun.

Boy wearing Genesis lab coat making sun inclinometer project

How to make a sun inclinometer

How to make a sun inclinometer

Did you know that you can use the angle of the sun to tell the time and the season?

Watch our video to make and test your own sun inclinometer at school or home.

Tools required for sun inclinometer project

Get prepared

You'll need the following items to make a sun inclinometer:


  • Step-by-step guide: Make a sun inclinometer
  • 3D printer file: sun inclinometer