This update brings a new local eclipse sky simulation. Tap an eclipse map pin to preview what you will see at that location, including the Sun and Moon positions, key contact moments, and the time and maximum eclipse conditions. Solar alarms now use the actual terrain horizon for sunrise, sunset, elevation, and shadow-ratio alerts. You can also use rising and setting controls to create custom elevation alarms that trigger only when the Sun reaches your chosen angle. Terrain horizon calculations are cached more intelligently, so terrain shadows and terrain-aware alarm previews load faster after the first calculation. Shadow maps also get a cleaner viewing option: you can hide the sun path compass whenever you want an unobstructed look at light and shade.

Terrain shadows are here. SolarWatch shadow maps now include hills and mountains, not just buildings. You’ll get a clearer, more realistic view of how sunlight changes across the actual land around you, so you can plan with confidence when terrain blocks the sun. This update also brings shadow-ratio alarms to help you spot when shade is likely to increase past your chosen threshold. We improved alarm setup and the preview experience, making it easier to fine-tune notifications before you rely on them. Favorites and widget timelines are also more reliable across SolarWatch, Apple Watch, and your Home Screen, so your key locations stay up to date where you look.

Meet the Solar Eclipse Catalog. Explore every solar eclipse from 2000 to 2200 with high quality data validated against published NASA eclipse records. Enjoy beautiful globe visualizations that show where and when the eclipse is visible, plus Simulation Mode to watch the Moon’s shadow sweep across the Earth in real time. Get accurate, detailed local information for planning your trip, including local timing details you can use to schedule viewing. You’ll also get a brand new Eclipse Countdown Widget, designed to help you track the next major event at a glance. Everything in this update is built in preparation for the August 2026 full solar eclipse.

This update includes minor UI improvements and a new indicator on the Sun Position widget. The arrow points when the sun is rising or setting, so you can tell at a glance how the day is progressing.

Smart Sunrise/Sunset Alarms • Enjoy breathtaking views by setting alarms that only activate under ideal weather conditions. • Automatically checks forecasts to skip alarms on cloudy or poor weather days. • Keep your alarms without unnecessary wake-ups for lackluster sunrises. Settings Redesign • Experience a more intuitive settings screen with streamlined navigation. • Access dedicated sections for configuring the Solar Wheel and Data List with ease. Solar Wheel Enhancements • Gold members can now toggle the display of Golden Hour and Blue Hour on the Solar Wheel for precise planning. Reliability & Performance • Resolved issues with alarm scheduling for more dependable alerts. • Enhanced terrain calculation for faster and more accurate results. • Improved clarity in timezone displays for better user understanding. Other Improvements • Expanded localization support for all languages, ensuring a seamless experience worldwide. • Strengthened push notification security for your peace of mind. • General bug fixes and stability enhancements for a smoother app experience.

This update enhances the reliability of Solar Alarms with crucial stability improvements, ensuring a smoother and more dependable experience.

- Vitamin D and UV Tracking: Effortlessly track your daily vitamin D exposure with HealthKit integration. Customized for your skin type and clothing coverage, this feature supports your health by helping you maintain optimal vitamin D levels. - Enhanced Daytime Display: Plan your day with confidence by viewing the next two solar events during daylight hours, ensuring you never miss a significant moment. - Improved Alarm Reliability: Enjoy precise custom angle alarms with resolved scheduling issues, offering you reliable alerts every time. - In-App Release Notes: Stay informed about the latest updates and features directly within the app, ensuring you're always aware of improvements.

In this update, we've introduced a dedicated section for tracking upcoming solstices and equinoxes, ensuring you stay informed about these key astronomical events. Set up notifications for timely reminders, so you're always prepared. We've improved the favorite cities list to offer more detailed insights at a glance. Instantly view daylight duration, along with precise sunrise and sunset times for each city. Access both local and solar time, simplifying your planning wherever you are. Additionally, we've fixed a bug affecting localizations and a crash, ensuring a smoother experience for all users.

In this update, we've introduced Solar Azimuth and Elevation Alarms, allowing you to set alerts based on specific compass directions or the sun's angular elevation above the horizon. This feature is perfect for photographers, solar panel enthusiasts, and anyone who relies on precise solar positioning. We've also enhanced the app's stability and resolved various bugs to ensure a smoother experience.

In this update, we've enhanced your experience with a new detail view that offers comprehensive sun and daylight information. Discover precise golden and blue hour timings, along with accurate sunrise and sunset quality predictions to help you plan your day more effectively. Additionally, we've resolved an issue that was preventing complications from appearing on your watch, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.

With this update, you can now plan your perfect sunrise or sunset experience. Our new forecast feature shows you exactly how vibrant the next sunrise or sunset will be, helping you choose the best time for photography, outdoor activities, or simply enjoying the view. Access these forecasts directly in the app, on your Lock Screen with a widget, or on your Apple Watch with a complication for quick, at-a-glance updates wherever you are. We have also made several bug fixes and performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, more reliable experience every time you use the app.

This update brings key improvements for both Apple Watch and iOS users. On Apple Watch, complications now feature a refined layout that keeps text clear and easy to read, so you can quickly check important information at a glance without any clipping. The yearly overview in the Watch app has also been enhanced, ensuring that details about the longest and shortest days are always fully visible and accessible. For iOS users, this release addresses two rare crashes that impacted some users. These fixes improve the overall stability and reliability of the app, providing a smoother and more dependable experience. Thank you for your feedback and continued support.

In this update, you can now reliably sort your favorites list without issues. We have also made improvements behind the scenes to enhance overall app stability, so you can enjoy a smoother, more dependable experience.

This update lets you schedule solar alarm notifications with the option to receive them silently, so you can stay informed without any sound interruptions. We have also resolved several minor bugs to improve overall app stability and performance.

In this update, we've resolved several bugs to enhance your experience. We've also refined the layout of the annual overview in the watch app, making it easier to navigate and more visually appealing. Enjoy a smoother and more intuitive experience as you track your yearly progress.

In this update, we've resolved several minor issues to enhance your experience.

This update makes the app easier to use for everyone. We have enhanced localization so you can experience the app in your preferred language with more accurate translations. We have also increased the reliability of AR mode, so you can enjoy more stable and consistent augmented reality experiences every time you use it.

This update ensures your alarms go off exactly when you set them, eliminating unexpected activations. We have also improved the accuracy of localized solar event names on widgets, so you can rely on clear and correct information in your language. Enjoy a more dependable and user-friendly experience with these enhancements.

Experience our enhanced AR mode powered by RealityKit, delivering a more immersive and interactive experience. Enjoy a wider selection of alarm and notification sounds crafted by renowned composer Josh Mobley, adding a unique touch to your alerts. We've also made significant localization improvements to ensure a seamless experience in your preferred language. Plus, we've addressed various bugs and made performance enhancements for a smoother app experience.

In this update, we've made it easier for you to add new favorites, saving you time and effort. Our improved Current Interval widget now offers greater flexibility, allowing you to customize displayed intervals to better suit your needs. Additionally, we've resolved numerous bugs to enhance your overall experience.

In this update, we've enhanced the app's performance to ensure smoother and faster navigation, making your experience more seamless. We've also addressed various bugs to improve stability and reliability, so you can enjoy uninterrupted use.

In this update, we've resolved an issue where disabled alarms were still sounding. Your alarms will now function as expected, ensuring a more reliable experience and sounder sleep. We apologize for any accidental early wake ups this may have caused.

In this update, you can now schedule alarms as either system alarms or notifications on iOS 26, giving you more flexibility in how you manage your alerts. Whether you prefer a traditional alarm or a subtle notification, you have the choice to customize your experience. Additionally, we've resolved a rare crash issue, ensuring a smoother and more reliable performance.

In this update, we've resolved a crash issue on iOS 18, ensuring a smoother and more reliable experience. Additionally, we've enhanced overall performance, so you can enjoy faster load times and seamless navigation.

This update fixes a few small issues which snuck into the iOS 26 release of SolarWatch and adds a setting to disable dynamically generated realistic sky backgrounds.