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Tallinn Sunrise & Sunset: April 2026

Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data

In Tallinn in April, sunrise averages 06:05 and sunset averages 20:38. Days are getting longer through April at Tallinn's latitude of 59.4°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.

Avg Sunrise

06:05

Avg Sunset

20:38

Avg Daylight

14h 31m

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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Tallinn

DateDaySunriseSunsetDaylight
04/01Wed06:4920:0313h 14m
04/02Thu06:4620:0513h 19m
04/03Fri06:4320:0713h 25m
04/04Sat06:4020:1013h 30m
04/05Sun06:3720:1213h 35m
04/06Mon06:3420:1413h 41m
04/07Tue06:3120:1713h 46m
04/08Wed06:2820:1913h 51m
04/09Thu06:2520:2213h 57m
04/10Fri06:2220:2414h 02m
04/11Sat06:1920:2614h 07m
04/12Sun06:1620:2914h 13m
04/13Mon06:1320:3114h 18m
04/14Tue06:1020:3314h 23m
04/15Wed06:0720:3614h 28m
04/16Thu06:0520:3814h 34m
04/17Fri06:0220:4114h 39m
04/18Sat05:5920:4314h 44m
04/19Sun05:5620:4514h 49m
04/20Mon05:5320:4814h 55m
04/21Tue05:5020:5015h 00m
04/22Wed05:4820:5315h 05m
04/23Thu05:4520:5515h 10m
04/24Fri05:4220:5815h 16m
04/25Sat05:3921:0015h 21m
04/26Sun05:3721:0215h 26m
04/27Mon05:3421:0515h 31m
04/28Tue05:3121:0715h 36m
04/29Wed05:2821:1015h 41m
04/30Thu05:2621:1215h 46m

Daylight Hours Throughout the Year

April Sunrise & Sunset in Tallinn: Complete Monthly Guide

In April 2026, Tallinn has an average of 14h 31m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 06:49 at the start of the month to 05:26 at the end, while sunset shifts from 20:03 to 21:12.

April in Tallinn brings lengthening spring days. Average sunrise in April is 06:05 and average sunset is 20:38. 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 Tallinn 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 Tallinn's latitude of 59.4°, 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 Tallinn shifts by approximately 60 to 90 minutes over the course of April.

Golden Hour in Tallinn in April

Golden hour in Tallinn 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 Tallinn's latitude of 59.4°, golden hour lasts approximately 25 to 40 minutes.

For photographers planning shoots in Tallinn 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 Tallinn in April

Civil twilight in Tallinn 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 Tallinn 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 Tallinn

Shooting in Tallinn 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, Tallinn'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 Tallinn are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Tallinn (59.4370°, 24.7536°) and the local timezone (Europe/Tallinn). 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 Tallinn

What is the average sunrise time in Tallinn in April?

The average sunrise time in Tallinn in April 2026 is approximately 06:05. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Tallinn at latitude 59.44° and longitude 24.75°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 06:49 on the first of the month to 05:26 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.

How many hours of daylight does Tallinn get in April?

Tallinn receives an average of 14h 31m 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 14m on the first of the month to 15h 46m on the last day.

What is the earliest sunrise in Tallinn in April?

The earliest sunrise in Tallinn in April 2026 occurs on 2026-04-30 at 05:26. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-04-01 at 06:49.

What time is golden hour in Tallinn in April?

Golden hour in Tallinn in April occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (06:05 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 25 to 40 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (20:38 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 Tallinn?

Yes. April is an excellent month for sunrise photography in Tallinn. Spring light is clean and warm, days are lengthening rapidly, and temperatures are generally comfortable for outdoor shoots. Sunrise at around 06:05 is a reasonable wake-up time for most photographers.

When does civil twilight start in Tallinn in April?

Civil twilight in Tallinn in April begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Tallinn's latitude of 59.4°, civil twilight in April starts around 05:40 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.

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