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Setting Up Sunrise Notifications on Wear OS: A Beginner's Guide

June 18, 2026 · The Clime Team
Setting Up Sunrise Notifications on Wear OS: A Beginner's Guide

Starting your day with the natural light of sunrise can enhance your mood and energy levels. With a Wear OS smartwatch, you can set up sunrise notifications to receive timely alerts about the day's first light. Here's how to do it:

1. Use a Sunrise Alarm App

To receive sunrise notifications, you'll need to install a compatible app on your Wear OS device. One such app is Risetime, which allows you to set alarms based on celestial events like sunrise, noon, sunset, or nadir. Once set, the app recalculates the alarm time daily to stay in sync with the changing times of sunrise throughout the year. (risetime.app)

2. Install the App on Your Wear OS Device

After selecting a suitable app, install it directly on your Wear OS smartwatch:

  • Access the Play Store: Press the power button on your watch to open the app drawer, then tap on the Play Store icon.

  • Search for the App: Use the search function to find the sunrise alarm app you've chosen.

  • Install the App: Tap 'Install' to download and install the app on your smartwatch.

3. Set Up the Sunrise Alarm

Once the app is installed, follow these general steps to set up your sunrise alarm:

  • Open the App: Navigate to the app on your smartwatch and open it.

  • Configure Alarm Settings: Set the alarm to trigger at sunrise, and specify any desired offset (e.g., 30 minutes before or after sunrise).

  • Set Alarm Days: Choose the days of the week you want the alarm to repeat.

  • Save Settings: Confirm and save your alarm settings.

The app will now automatically adjust the alarm time each day to match the local sunrise time, ensuring you receive timely notifications.

4. Manage Notifications on Your Wear OS Device

To ensure you receive the sunrise notifications without interference, manage your notification settings:

  • Access Settings: Swipe down from the top of your watch's screen to open the Quick Settings menu, then tap the gear icon to access Settings.

  • Navigate to Notifications: Scroll to find and select 'Notifications'.

  • Customize Notifications: Here, you can enable or disable notifications for specific apps, including your sunrise alarm app.

By following these steps, you can set up sunrise notifications on your Wear OS smartwatch, helping you start your day with the natural light of sunrise.

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