# Sunrise, Sunset — Moon,Time,Direction,Elevation

> Sunrise, sunset, moonrise, moonset times, phases, and directions with elevation. (iPhone/iPad app by Oceano Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunrise-sunset/id940344765 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Oceano Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/940344764)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 32 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2014-11-15
- Data updated: 2026-07-05
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunrise-sunset/id940344765/reviews.md

## What is Sunrise, Sunset?

Shows direction from your location where sun goes up and sun goes down.
Map can be rotated along with orientation of the device, you can see the actual direction of sunrise and sunset from your location.

App shows current moon phase and other information including time of moon rise and moon set, age, illumination, and date of full moon.

App uses elevation data from NASA SRTM (Shuttle Radar Topography Mission), and elevation is taking into accout of time calculation for accuracy.

For this app especially widgets to properly work, please allow location permission to app.

- Shows time of sunrise, sunset, moonrise, moonset.
- Indicates current sun and moon position.
- Shows time of civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
- Shows age of moon, illumination, and date of nearest full moon.
- Moon phase shows current phase of moon visually.
- Shows information on any location you point on map.
- Timezone and time difference is shown when you point on distant location.
- Shows elevation (height above sea level) of the location.
- Date, time, location, and elevation are taken into account with calculation of rise and set time.
- Street address can be shown when available. It is useful for places you travel and need to know your location when calling taxi or facing accidents.
- You can change the date to see info on date you specify, for planning travel or any activity.
- Time can be changed during the day, and able to see the movement of sun and moon.
- Supports Apple Watch app and complications. Time of rise and set, moon phase is shown on your watch for your current location.
- Complications can be placed on your watch face to glance updated info at ease.

## Key features

- Sunrise and sunset times and direction
- Moon phase, rise, and set times
- Twilight times (civil, nautical, astronomical)
- Elevation data integration
- Location-based information
- Date and time manipulation for planning
- Apple Watch app and complications

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Ad-Free | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 32)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunrise-sunset/id940344765/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Widget incorrect times despite location on

*2026-04-23, version 4.0.13*

The times are incorrect and I have location on so it’s useless deleting

### 4/5 — Good app

*2023-01-08, version 4.0.10*

Works well and includes a widget function.

### 5/5 — Simple, works well

*2022-11-25, version 4.0.10*

I live in an location with great views of sun and moonrises.  This app is simple and work s really well for sun the moon rise times and directions, the ads are not intrusive either.  Happy customer.

### 5/5 — Update fixed incorrect times

*2022-11-03, version 4.0.5*

What the title says. For some reason I can’t update my review.

### 5/5 — Daily tracker

*2022-04-02, version 3.3.2*

I use this app daily to determine where I need to be to catch the perfect sunset. Never fails.

### 1/5 — Ads make unusable

*2021-07-11, version 3.3.1*

It's a free app. I understand it will have ads. But the ads keep turning off my music. In acceptable and please get bent.

### 5/5 — GMT +1

*2021-03-28, version 3.3.0*

Seems to think the clocks have gone forward by 2 hours. Yesterday sunrise was 5.50 am today it is 7.50!!!! Happened last year too. I’m going to have to look for another app
UPDATE I forgive this glitch as it only happens when the clocks change and I can cope with it! Apart from that I love it!!!

### 5/5 — Excellent!!

*2021-02-13, version 3.3.0*

I love this app. Simpleand easy. I love sunlight. Before rentinga house for my vacations or weekends always check the location with the app.

### 2/5 — Doesn't Work with Watch

*2021-01-26, version 3.3.0*

As with other reviewers, the app doesn't give the correct location on the Watch. This morning it had me in the Far East; after deleting and reinstalling, it shows 0 degrees latitude and longitude.

### 1/5 — Watch app broken

*2020-12-28, version 3.3.0*

The watch app now displays incorrect sunrise and sunset times.... currently it is showing sunrise as 21:46?

## Frequently asked questions about Sunrise, Sunset

### What does the Sunrise, Sunset app do?

This app shows you the exact direction and time of sunrise and sunset from your current location. It also provides detailed information about the moon, including its phase, rise and set times, and illumination. The app uses elevation data for increased accuracy in its calculations.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include showing sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset times and directions, indicating current sun and moon positions, displaying twilight times, showing moon age and illumination, and providing information for any location on the map. It also supports an Apple Watch app with complications.

### How much does the Sunrise, Sunset app cost?

The app is free to download and use, but it does offer in-app purchases and may display advertisements. Specific features or content might require a purchase to unlock.

### What are the compatibility requirements for this app?

The app requires location permissions to function correctly, especially for widgets and accurate calculations. It also has an Apple Watch app and complications, indicating compatibility with Apple Watch devices.

### How can I use this app for planning?

You can change the date and time within the app to see sunrise, sunset, and moon information for future dates or specific times of day. This is useful for planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or travel.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.13 — 2023-09-21

Fixed slow map update on iOS 17.

### 4.0.12 — 2023-09-21

Update widgets for iOS 17 and watchOS 10.

### 4.0.11 — 2023-09-20

Updates for iOS 17.

### 4.0.10 — 2022-11-13

Layout adjustments for small screen devices.
Advertisement is moved away from map not to overlap when ad is shown.

### 4.0.9 — 2022-11-09

Fixed inline complication to fit in small size.
Fixed wrong order in moon time.

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