Moscow Sunrise & Sunset: April 2026
Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data
In Moscow in April, sunrise averages 05:23 and sunset averages 19:36. Days are getting longer through April at Moscow's latitude of 55.8°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Avg Sunrise
05:23
Avg Sunset
19:36
Avg Daylight
14h 10m
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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Moscow
| Date | Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01 | Wed | 06:02 | 19:06 | 13h 04m |
| 04/02 | Thu | 05:59 | 19:08 | 13h 09m |
| 04/03 | Fri | 05:57 | 19:10 | 13h 14m |
| 04/04 | Sat | 05:54 | 19:12 | 13h 18m |
| 04/05 | Sun | 05:52 | 19:14 | 13h 23m |
| 04/06 | Mon | 05:49 | 19:16 | 13h 27m |
| 04/07 | Tue | 05:46 | 19:18 | 13h 32m |
| 04/08 | Wed | 05:44 | 19:20 | 13h 37m |
| 04/09 | Thu | 05:41 | 19:22 | 13h 41m |
| 04/10 | Fri | 05:39 | 19:24 | 13h 46m |
| 04/11 | Sat | 05:36 | 19:26 | 13h 50m |
| 04/12 | Sun | 05:34 | 19:28 | 13h 55m |
| 04/13 | Mon | 05:31 | 19:30 | 13h 59m |
| 04/14 | Tue | 05:28 | 19:32 | 14h 04m |
| 04/15 | Wed | 05:26 | 19:34 | 14h 08m |
| 04/16 | Thu | 05:23 | 19:36 | 14h 13m |
| 04/17 | Fri | 05:21 | 19:39 | 14h 17m |
| 04/18 | Sat | 05:19 | 19:41 | 14h 22m |
| 04/19 | Sun | 05:16 | 19:43 | 14h 26m |
| 04/20 | Mon | 05:14 | 19:45 | 14h 31m |
| 04/21 | Tue | 05:11 | 19:47 | 14h 35m |
| 04/22 | Wed | 05:09 | 19:49 | 14h 40m |
| 04/23 | Thu | 05:06 | 19:51 | 14h 44m |
| 04/24 | Fri | 05:04 | 19:53 | 14h 49m |
| 04/25 | Sat | 05:02 | 19:55 | 14h 53m |
| 04/26 | Sun | 04:59 | 19:57 | 14h 57m |
| 04/27 | Mon | 04:57 | 19:59 | 15h 02m |
| 04/28 | Tue | 04:55 | 20:01 | 15h 06m |
| 04/29 | Wed | 04:52 | 20:03 | 15h 10m |
| 04/30 | Thu | 04:50 | 20:05 | 15h 15m |
Daylight Hours Throughout the Year
April Sunrise & Sunset in Moscow: Complete Monthly Guide
In April 2026, Moscow has an average of 14h 10m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 06:02 at the start of the month to 04:50 at the end, while sunset shifts from 19:06 to 20:05.
April in Moscow brings lengthening spring days. Average sunrise in April is 05:23 and average sunset is 19:36. The daily table above shows the exact sunrise and sunset time for each day of the month.
Day Length Variation in April
Day length in Moscow in April changes throughout the month. Near the solstices (June 21 for the northern hemisphere, December 21 for the southern hemisphere), day length changes very slowly, less than 1 minute per day. Near the equinoxes (March 20 and September 22), day length changes rapidly, gaining or losing 2 to 4 minutes per day depending on latitude.
At Moscow's latitude of 55.8°, the rate of day length change in April is approximately 3 to 5 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in Moscow shifts by approximately 60 to 90 minutes over the course of April.
Golden Hour in Moscow in April
Golden hour in Moscow in April occurs twice each day: in the morning shortly after sunrise, and in the evening before sunset. The duration depends on the sun's angle of elevation above the horizon, which varies with latitude and month. In Aprilat Moscow's latitude of 55.8°, golden hour lasts approximately 25 to 40 minutes.
For photographers planning shoots in Moscow in April: plan to arrive at your location 30 to 40 minutes before the listed sunrise time to capture blue hour before golden hour begins. The transition from blue hour to golden hour creates the most dramatic color sequences. Evening golden hour in April begins about 45 to 60 minutes before sunset and produces warmer, more orange tones than the morning session.
Blue Hour and Twilight in Moscow in April
Civil twilight in Moscow in April begins before sunrise and ends after sunset, creating windows of usable natural light even outside the official sunrise-to-sunset window. Civil twilight occurs when the sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon. Nautical twilight spans 6 to 12 degrees below the horizon. Astronomical twilight spans 12 to 18 degrees below the horizon.
The total twilight window in Moscow in April extends the usable light day by approximately 90 to 120 minutes beyond the sunrise-to-sunset window. This extended twilight is valuable for photographers who want to shoot in soft, diffused light without harsh shadows.
Photography Tips for April in Moscow
Shooting in Moscow in April requires adapting to the season's specific light quality and timing. Camera settings for sunrise photography in April:
- Blue hour: ISO 800 to 1,600; aperture f/8; shutter speed 10 to 30 seconds on tripod.
- Golden hour: ISO 100 to 400; aperture f/8 to f/16 for landscapes, or f/1.8 to f/2.8 for portraits; shutter speed 1/250 to 1/1,000s handheld.
- Post-sunrise (30 minutes after): ISO 100; aperture f/11; shutter speed 1/500 to 1/2,000s.
In April, Moscow's weather patterns affect photography conditions. Check cloud cover forecasts the evening before a planned shoot: a thin layer of clouds above the horizon creates more dramatic golden and orange tones than a clear sky. Fully overcast conditions produce flat, diffused light that is good for portraits but lacks the dramatic quality of golden hour. Partly cloudy skies create the most dramatic conditions.
About This Monthly Sunrise Data
All sunrise and sunset times in this April table for Moscow are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Moscow (55.7558°, 37.6173°) and the local timezone (Europe/Moscow). Times are accurate to within 1 minute and account for atmospheric refraction.
The times shown are for the center of the sun crossing the horizon. Sunrise is defined as the moment when the upper limb of the sun first appears above the mathematical horizon. Sunset is when the upper limb disappears below the horizon. Both definitions account for atmospheric refraction, which lifts the apparent position of the sun by approximately 0.5 to 1 degree near the horizon.
Frequently Asked Questions: April Sunrise & Sunset in Moscow
What is the average sunrise time in Moscow in April?
The average sunrise time in Moscow in April 2026 is approximately 05:23. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Moscow at latitude 55.76° and longitude 37.62°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 06:02 on the first of the month to 04:50 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.
How many hours of daylight does Moscow get in April?
Moscow receives an average of 14h 10m of daylight per day in April 2026. This is calculated as the difference between sunrise and sunset and does not include twilight periods. Day length varies from 13h 04m on the first of the month to 15h 15m on the last day.
What is the earliest sunrise in Moscow in April?
The earliest sunrise in Moscow in April 2026 occurs on 2026-04-30 at 04:50. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-04-01 at 06:02.
What time is golden hour in Moscow in April?
Golden hour in Moscow in April occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (05:23 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 25 to 40 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (19:36 at mid-month). The precise start of golden hour is when the sun's altitude drops below 6 degrees above the horizon.
Is April a good time to photograph sunrise in Moscow?
Yes. April is an excellent month for sunrise photography in Moscow. Spring light is clean and warm, days are lengthening rapidly, and temperatures are generally comfortable for outdoor shoots. Sunrise at around 05:23 is a reasonable wake-up time for most photographers.
When does civil twilight start in Moscow in April?
Civil twilight in Moscow in April begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Moscow's latitude of 55.8°, civil twilight in April starts around 04:58 in the morning. Civil twilight provides enough light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting and is considered the beginning of the usable photography window each day.