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Setting Up Sunset Notifications on Your iPhone

June 17, 2026 · The Clime Team
Setting Up Sunset Notifications on Your iPhone

Setting up sunset notifications on your iPhone can help you stay informed about the day's end, plan evening activities, or capture the perfect sunset photograph. Here's how you can set up sunset notifications using the built-in Shortcuts app:

1. Open the Shortcuts App

Locate and open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone. If you can't find it, swipe down on your Home Screen and type "Shortcuts" in the search bar.

2. Create a New Personal Automation

  • Tap the "Automation" tab at the bottom.
  • If you haven't created an automation before, tap "Create Personal Automation." If you have, tap the plus (+) button in the top-right corner and select "Create Personal Automation."

3. Set the Trigger to Sunset

  • Scroll down and tap "Time of Day."
  • Choose "Sunset."
  • You can set an offset if you want the notification before or after sunset (e.g., 30 minutes before).
  • Tap "Next."

4. Add an Action to Show a Notification

  • Tap "Add Action."
  • In the search bar, type "Show Notification."
  • Tap "Show Notification."
  • Customize the notification message to your preference (e.g., "Sunset is at 8:00 PM today.").
  • Tap "Next."

5. Disable "Ask Before Running"

  • Toggle off "Ask Before Running" to ensure the automation runs automatically.
  • Tap "Done."

Now, your iPhone will send you a notification at sunset (or your specified offset) each day.

Alternative Method: Using the Sundial App

For more advanced features, such as widgets and detailed sun and moon tracking, consider using the Sundial app. This app allows you to set up alerts for various solar and lunar events, including sunset. You can customize the notification message and choose from different alert types. Sundial also offers widgets for your Home and Lock Screens, providing quick access to sunset times and related information. (sundialapp.com)

Conclusion

Setting up sunset notifications on your iPhone is a straightforward process that can be accomplished using the Shortcuts app or third-party applications like Sundial. These tools help you stay informed about sunset times, ensuring you never miss the day's end.

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