Shadow Length Calculator

Calculate Shadow Length



Formula

To calculate the Shadow Length (L):

\[ L = \frac{H}{\tan(a)} \]

Where:

What is the Length of My Shadow?

The length of your shadow depends on how tall you are and where the sun or source of light behind you is in relation to the ground. The lower the angle of the sun, the longer the length of the shadow. Also, the taller you are, the longer the shadow.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ L = \frac{2}{\tan(45)} = 2 \text{ meters} \]

The shadow length is 2 meters.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ L = \frac{3}{\tan(30)} = 5.20 \text{ meters} \]

The shadow length is 5.20 meters.