Sapporo Sunrise & Sunset: April 2026
Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data
In Sapporo in April, sunrise averages 04:53 and sunset averages 18:17. Days are getting longer through April at Sapporo's latitude of 43.1°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Avg Sunrise
04:53
Avg Sunset
18:17
Avg Daylight
13h 23m
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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Sapporo
| Date | Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01 | Wed | 05:18 | 18:00 | 12h 42m |
| 04/02 | Thu | 05:17 | 18:01 | 12h 45m |
| 04/03 | Fri | 05:15 | 18:02 | 12h 47m |
| 04/04 | Sat | 05:13 | 18:04 | 12h 50m |
| 04/05 | Sun | 05:11 | 18:05 | 12h 53m |
| 04/06 | Mon | 05:10 | 18:06 | 12h 56m |
| 04/07 | Tue | 05:08 | 18:07 | 12h 59m |
| 04/08 | Wed | 05:06 | 18:08 | 13h 02m |
| 04/09 | Thu | 05:05 | 18:09 | 13h 05m |
| 04/10 | Fri | 05:03 | 18:11 | 13h 08m |
| 04/11 | Sat | 05:01 | 18:12 | 13h 11m |
| 04/12 | Sun | 04:59 | 18:13 | 13h 13m |
| 04/13 | Mon | 04:58 | 18:14 | 13h 16m |
| 04/14 | Tue | 04:56 | 18:15 | 13h 19m |
| 04/15 | Wed | 04:54 | 18:16 | 13h 22m |
| 04/16 | Thu | 04:53 | 18:17 | 13h 25m |
| 04/17 | Fri | 04:51 | 18:19 | 13h 28m |
| 04/18 | Sat | 04:50 | 18:20 | 13h 30m |
| 04/19 | Sun | 04:48 | 18:21 | 13h 33m |
| 04/20 | Mon | 04:46 | 18:22 | 13h 36m |
| 04/21 | Tue | 04:45 | 18:23 | 13h 39m |
| 04/22 | Wed | 04:43 | 18:24 | 13h 41m |
| 04/23 | Thu | 04:42 | 18:26 | 13h 44m |
| 04/24 | Fri | 04:40 | 18:27 | 13h 47m |
| 04/25 | Sat | 04:39 | 18:28 | 13h 49m |
| 04/26 | Sun | 04:37 | 18:29 | 13h 52m |
| 04/27 | Mon | 04:36 | 18:30 | 13h 55m |
| 04/28 | Tue | 04:34 | 18:31 | 13h 57m |
| 04/29 | Wed | 04:33 | 18:33 | 14h 00m |
| 04/30 | Thu | 04:31 | 18:34 | 14h 02m |
Daylight Hours Throughout the Year
April Sunrise & Sunset in Sapporo: Complete Monthly Guide
In April 2026, Sapporo has an average of 13h 23m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 05:18 at the start of the month to 04:31 at the end, while sunset shifts from 18:00 to 18:34.
April in Sapporo brings lengthening spring days. Average sunrise in April is 04:53 and average sunset is 18:17. 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 Sapporo 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 Sapporo's latitude of 43.1°, the rate of day length change in April is approximately 2 to 3 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in Sapporo shifts by approximately 40 to 60 minutes over the course of April.
Golden Hour in Sapporo in April
Golden hour in Sapporo 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 Sapporo's latitude of 43.1°, golden hour lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes.
For photographers planning shoots in Sapporo 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 Sapporo in April
Civil twilight in Sapporo 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 Sapporo in April extends the usable light day by approximately 60 to 90 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 Sapporo
Shooting in Sapporo 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, Sapporo'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 Sapporo are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Sapporo (43.0618°, 141.3545°) and the local timezone (Asia/Tokyo). 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 Sapporo
What is the average sunrise time in Sapporo in April?
The average sunrise time in Sapporo in April 2026 is approximately 04:53. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Sapporo at latitude 43.06° and longitude 141.35°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 05:18 on the first of the month to 04:31 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.
How many hours of daylight does Sapporo get in April?
Sapporo receives an average of 13h 23m 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 12h 42m on the first of the month to 14h 02m on the last day.
What is the earliest sunrise in Sapporo in April?
The earliest sunrise in Sapporo in April 2026 occurs on 2026-04-30 at 04:31. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-04-01 at 05:18.
What time is golden hour in Sapporo in April?
Golden hour in Sapporo in April occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (04:53 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (18:17 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 Sapporo?
Yes. April is an excellent month for sunrise photography in Sapporo. Spring light is clean and warm, days are lengthening rapidly, and temperatures are generally comfortable for outdoor shoots. Sunrise at around 04:53 is a reasonable wake-up time for most photographers.
When does civil twilight start in Sapporo in April?
Civil twilight in Sapporo in April begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Sapporo's latitude of 43.1°, civil twilight in April starts around 04:28 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.