Saint Petersburg Sunrise & Sunset: April 2026
Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data
In Saint Petersburg in April, sunrise averages 05:41 and sunset averages 20:17. Days are getting longer through April at Saint Petersburg's latitude of 59.9°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Avg Sunrise
05:41
Avg Sunset
20:17
Avg Daylight
14h 34m
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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Saint Petersburg
| Date | Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01 | Wed | 06:26 | 19:41 | 13h 15m |
| 04/02 | Thu | 06:22 | 19:43 | 13h 21m |
| 04/03 | Fri | 06:19 | 19:46 | 13h 26m |
| 04/04 | Sat | 06:16 | 19:48 | 13h 32m |
| 04/05 | Sun | 06:13 | 19:50 | 13h 37m |
| 04/06 | Mon | 06:10 | 19:53 | 13h 43m |
| 04/07 | Tue | 06:07 | 19:55 | 13h 48m |
| 04/08 | Wed | 06:04 | 19:58 | 13h 53m |
| 04/09 | Thu | 06:01 | 20:00 | 13h 59m |
| 04/10 | Fri | 05:58 | 20:03 | 14h 04m |
| 04/11 | Sat | 05:55 | 20:05 | 14h 10m |
| 04/12 | Sun | 05:52 | 20:08 | 14h 15m |
| 04/13 | Mon | 05:50 | 20:10 | 14h 20m |
| 04/14 | Tue | 05:47 | 20:12 | 14h 26m |
| 04/15 | Wed | 05:44 | 20:15 | 14h 31m |
| 04/16 | Thu | 05:41 | 20:17 | 14h 37m |
| 04/17 | Fri | 05:38 | 20:20 | 14h 42m |
| 04/18 | Sat | 05:35 | 20:22 | 14h 47m |
| 04/19 | Sun | 05:32 | 20:25 | 14h 53m |
| 04/20 | Mon | 05:29 | 20:27 | 14h 58m |
| 04/21 | Tue | 05:26 | 20:30 | 15h 04m |
| 04/22 | Wed | 05:23 | 20:32 | 15h 09m |
| 04/23 | Thu | 05:20 | 20:35 | 15h 14m |
| 04/24 | Fri | 05:18 | 20:37 | 15h 20m |
| 04/25 | Sat | 05:15 | 20:40 | 15h 25m |
| 04/26 | Sun | 05:12 | 20:42 | 15h 30m |
| 04/27 | Mon | 05:09 | 20:45 | 15h 35m |
| 04/28 | Tue | 05:06 | 20:47 | 15h 41m |
| 04/29 | Wed | 05:04 | 20:50 | 15h 46m |
| 04/30 | Thu | 05:01 | 20:52 | 15h 51m |
Daylight Hours Throughout the Year
April Sunrise & Sunset in Saint Petersburg: Complete Monthly Guide
In April 2026, Saint Petersburg has an average of 14h 34m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 06:26 at the start of the month to 05:01 at the end, while sunset shifts from 19:41 to 20:52.
April in Saint Petersburg brings lengthening spring days. Average sunrise in April is 05:41 and average sunset is 20:17. 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 Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg's latitude of 59.9°, 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 Saint Petersburg shifts by approximately 60 to 90 minutes over the course of April.
Golden Hour in Saint Petersburg in April
Golden hour in Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg's latitude of 59.9°, golden hour lasts approximately 25 to 40 minutes.
For photographers planning shoots in Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg in April
Civil twilight in Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg 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 Saint Petersburg
Shooting in Saint Petersburg 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, Saint Petersburg'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 Saint Petersburg are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Saint Petersburg (59.9311°, 30.3609°) 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 Saint Petersburg
What is the average sunrise time in Saint Petersburg in April?
The average sunrise time in Saint Petersburg in April 2026 is approximately 05:41. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Saint Petersburg at latitude 59.93° and longitude 30.36°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 06:26 on the first of the month to 05:01 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.
How many hours of daylight does Saint Petersburg get in April?
Saint Petersburg receives an average of 14h 34m 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 15m on the first of the month to 15h 51m on the last day.
What is the earliest sunrise in Saint Petersburg in April?
The earliest sunrise in Saint Petersburg in April 2026 occurs on 2026-04-30 at 05:01. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-04-01 at 06:26.
What time is golden hour in Saint Petersburg in April?
Golden hour in Saint Petersburg in April occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (05:41 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 25 to 40 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (20:17 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 Saint Petersburg?
Yes. April is an excellent month for sunrise photography in Saint Petersburg. Spring light is clean and warm, days are lengthening rapidly, and temperatures are generally comfortable for outdoor shoots. Sunrise at around 05:41 is a reasonable wake-up time for most photographers.
When does civil twilight start in Saint Petersburg in April?
Civil twilight in Saint Petersburg in April begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Saint Petersburg's latitude of 59.9°, civil twilight in April starts around 05:16 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.