Time & Wind Mod is a game-mechanics and utility mod that lets you change how long day and night last in Minecraft for Fabric and Forge. It focuses on time-cycle control rather than replacing the vanilla daylight system entirely.
Vanilla Minecraft gives you one familiar day-night rhythm, but that default pace does not fit every world, server, or playstyle. This mod solves that problem by letting you stretch daylight for relaxed building sessions, shorten night for less downtime, or fine-tune both values for a custom survival experience. With more than 968K downloads on Modrinth, Time & Wind has clearly earned attention from players who want more control over world timing without overcomplicating their setup.
Key Features of Time & Wind Mod
- Custom day and night length — The main feature is the ability to change day and night duration instead of being locked to vanilla timing. That matters because different players want different pacing: builders often want more daylight, while servers may want a shorter night to keep sessions moving. It makes the world feel more tailored to the way you actually play.
- Per-dimension cycle settings — You can set cycle lengths for a specific dimension by targeting its world ID, including the overworld and modded dimensions that do not use fixed time. This is useful because one global setting is often not enough once you start mixing custom worlds into a pack or multiplayer server. It gives admins and modpack makers much finer control over how each space feels.
- In-game command setup — The mod provides commands such as
/taw set-cycle-length,/taw remove-cycle-entry,/taw get-current-world-id, and/taw reload. That matters in practice because you can test values live instead of restarting over and over, which makes tuning much faster. It feels more like a tool you can work with than a setting you touch once and forget. - Manual JSON configuration support — If you prefer editing files, you can also change values in
config/time-and-wind/time-data.jsonand then reload the mod's configuration. This matters for server owners and advanced users who want repeatable, versioned settings instead of only using commands. It also makes it easier to document exact timings for a modpack or shared server. - Works with normal daylight cycling — According to the author's description, you do not need to disable
doDayLightCyclefor the mod to work. That is important because it keeps the setup simpler and avoids one more rule change that players or admins have to remember. In other words, it appears to integrate with normal world behavior instead of demanding a workaround. - More even day and night behavior — The mod patches sky-angle behavior so day and night can be made more even, since vanilla time distribution is not perfectly balanced. That matters if you are specifically installing a time-control mod for precision and consistency rather than just broad changes. The author notes that this behavior can be disabled in the config if you want a closer-to-vanilla feel.
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How to Install Time & Wind Mod
- Choose the correct version of the mod for your Minecraft version, such as 1.20.4, 1.20.3, 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.4, 1.18.2, or 1.16.5.
- Install the loader your version supports: Fabric Mod Loader or Minecraft Forge. The available loader depends on the specific game version listed in the download section.
- If you are using Fabric, install Fabric API as well, because the Fabric versions depend on it and it is required on both the client and server.
- Place the mod file in your Minecraft
modsfolder, then launch the game or server once so the configuration files are generated. - Use the in-game commands to set your preferred day and night values, or edit
config/time-and-wind/time-data.jsonmanually and run/taw reloadto apply the changes.
Requirements & Compatibility
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Minecraft Mods |
| Type | Fabric, Forge |
| Author | CmdrJane |
| Required loaders | Fabric Mod Loader, Minecraft Forge |
| Fabric dependency | Fabric API required on both client and server |
| Supported Minecraft versions | 1.20.4, 1.20.3, 1.20.2, 1.20.1, 1.20, 1.19.4, 1.18.2, 1.16.5 |
| Known limitation | Custom cycle settings do not work for dimensions with fixed time |
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Lets you control both day and night length instead of using one fixed vanilla cycle.
- Supports both command-based setup and direct JSON editing.
- Can be configured per dimension when that dimension does not have fixed time.
- Works without requiring
doDayLightCycleto be disabled. - Available for both Fabric and Forge across several popular Minecraft versions.
Cons
- Fabric users also need Fabric API on both client and server.
- Dimensions with fixed time cannot use custom cycle lengths.
- Very low time values may cause seizure or other unwanted side effects, according to the author's warning.
- Some players may need command or config-file editing to get the exact result they want.
Alternatives to Time & Wind Mod
- Game Mechanics Mods — A broader category if you want to change how Minecraft systems behave beyond just the day-night cycle.
- Utility Mods — A useful starting point if you are building a practical mod setup with quality-of-life tools for solo or server play.
- Fabric API — Not an alternative in function, but an essential companion for the Fabric edition of this mod and many other Fabric-based setups.
Download Time & Wind Mod
| Minecraft Version | Fabric | Forge |
|---|---|---|
| For Minecraft 1.20.4 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.20.3 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.20.2 | Download | Download |
| For Minecraft 1.20.1 | Download | — |
| For Minecraft 1.20 | Download | — |
| For Minecraft 1.19.4 | Download | — |
| For Minecraft 1.18.2 | Download | — |
| For Minecraft 1.16.5 | Download | Download |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Time & Wind Mod do?
It changes how long day and night last in Minecraft. Instead of using the normal vanilla cycle, you can define custom lengths for day and night and apply them to supported dimensions.
Does Time & Wind Mod work on both Fabric and Forge?
Yes — the mod is available for both Fabric and Forge. The download data shows support for both loaders on several versions, though some versions in the list are Fabric-only.
Do I need Fabric API to use this mod?
Yes — Fabric API is required for the Fabric versions. The author notes that it is needed on both the client and server.
Can I use this mod in modded dimensions?
Yes — you can use it in modded dimensions that do not have fixed time. The author specifically notes that fixed-time dimensions will not support custom time-length settings.
Do I have to disable the daylight cycle gamerule?
No — you do not need to disable doDayLightCycle for this mod to function. That makes it easier to add to an existing world without reworking your basic world rules.
How do I apply my settings after editing the config file?
Use /taw reload. The author says changes made in config/time-and-wind/time-data.json should be reloaded after editing so the new values take effect.
Is this mod safe to configure with very short cycle values?
No — very short values should be treated carefully. The author includes a seizure warning and says that values below 12000 may cause epilepsy or other unwanted side effects.
