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Understanding Sunrise and Sunset Times on Your Apple Watch

June 17, 2026 · The Clime Team
Understanding Sunrise and Sunset Times on Your Apple Watch

The Apple Watch offers a convenient way to view local sunrise and sunset times, helping you plan your day around daylight hours. Here's how to access and customize this feature:

How Can I View Sunrise and Sunset Times on My Apple Watch?

To see the sunrise and sunset times directly on your Apple Watch face:

  1. Add the Sunrise/Sunset Complication:
  • Press firmly on your watch face to enter customization mode.
  • Tap the complication area where you want to display the times.
  • Scroll through the available complications and select the one labeled "Sunrise/Sunset."
  • Press the Digital Crown to save your changes.

This complication will now display the time of the next sunrise or sunset based on your current location.

What Should I Do If the Sunrise/Sunset Times Aren't Displaying Correctly?

If the sunrise and sunset times aren't showing or are incorrect, ensure that your Apple Watch has access to your location:

  1. Check Location Services on Your iPhone:
  • Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
  • Tap Privacy & Security.
  • Select Location Services.
  • Scroll down and tap Clock.
  • Set Allow Location Access to While Using the App.

This setting allows the Clock app to access your location, enabling accurate sunrise and sunset times on your Apple Watch. (macobserver.com)

Can I Customize Sunrise and Sunset Times for Different Locations?

Yes, you can view sunrise and sunset times for various locations:

  1. Use the Sun Times App:
  • Download the Sun Times – Sunrise & Sunset app from the App Store.
  • Open the app and add the desired location.
  • The app will display sunrise and sunset times for that location.

This app also offers a complication for your watch face, providing quick access to sun times for multiple locations. (apps.apple.com)

How Can I Add Sunrise and Sunset Times to My Apple Watch Face?

To add sunrise and sunset times to your Apple Watch face:

  1. Customize Your Watch Face:
  • Press firmly on your current watch face to enter customization mode.
  • Tap the complication area where you want to add the sun times.
  • Scroll through the available complications and select the one labeled "Sunrise/Sunset."
  • Press the Digital Crown to save your changes.

This will display the time of the next sunrise or sunset directly on your watch face.

By following these steps, you can effectively monitor sunrise and sunset times on your Apple Watch, aiding in better planning and time management throughout your day.

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