Vilnius Sunrise & Sunset: April 2026
Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data
In Vilnius in April, sunrise averages 06:15 and sunset averages 20:23. Days are getting longer through April at Vilnius's latitude of 54.7°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Avg Sunrise
06:15
Avg Sunset
20:23
Avg Daylight
14h 05m
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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Vilnius
| Date | Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01 | Wed | 06:52 | 19:55 | 13h 02m |
| 04/02 | Thu | 06:50 | 19:56 | 13h 07m |
| 04/03 | Fri | 06:47 | 19:58 | 13h 11m |
| 04/04 | Sat | 06:45 | 20:00 | 13h 15m |
| 04/05 | Sun | 06:42 | 20:02 | 13h 20m |
| 04/06 | Mon | 06:40 | 20:04 | 13h 24m |
| 04/07 | Tue | 06:37 | 20:06 | 13h 29m |
| 04/08 | Wed | 06:35 | 20:08 | 13h 33m |
| 04/09 | Thu | 06:32 | 20:10 | 13h 37m |
| 04/10 | Fri | 06:30 | 20:12 | 13h 42m |
| 04/11 | Sat | 06:27 | 20:14 | 13h 46m |
| 04/12 | Sun | 06:25 | 20:16 | 13h 51m |
| 04/13 | Mon | 06:23 | 20:18 | 13h 55m |
| 04/14 | Tue | 06:20 | 20:19 | 13h 59m |
| 04/15 | Wed | 06:18 | 20:21 | 14h 04m |
| 04/16 | Thu | 06:15 | 20:23 | 14h 08m |
| 04/17 | Fri | 06:13 | 20:25 | 14h 12m |
| 04/18 | Sat | 06:11 | 20:27 | 14h 17m |
| 04/19 | Sun | 06:08 | 20:29 | 14h 21m |
| 04/20 | Mon | 06:06 | 20:31 | 14h 25m |
| 04/21 | Tue | 06:04 | 20:33 | 14h 29m |
| 04/22 | Wed | 06:01 | 20:35 | 14h 34m |
| 04/23 | Thu | 05:59 | 20:37 | 14h 38m |
| 04/24 | Fri | 05:57 | 20:39 | 14h 42m |
| 04/25 | Sat | 05:54 | 20:41 | 14h 46m |
| 04/26 | Sun | 05:52 | 20:43 | 14h 50m |
| 04/27 | Mon | 05:50 | 20:45 | 14h 55m |
| 04/28 | Tue | 05:48 | 20:46 | 14h 59m |
| 04/29 | Wed | 05:46 | 20:48 | 15h 03m |
| 04/30 | Thu | 05:43 | 20:50 | 15h 07m |
Daylight Hours Throughout the Year
April Sunrise & Sunset in Vilnius: Complete Monthly Guide
In April 2026, Vilnius has an average of 14h 05m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 06:52 at the start of the month to 05:43 at the end, while sunset shifts from 19:55 to 20:50.
April in Vilnius brings lengthening spring days. Average sunrise in April is 06:15 and average sunset is 20:23. 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius's latitude of 54.7°, 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 Vilnius shifts by approximately 60 to 90 minutes over the course of April.
Golden Hour in Vilnius in April
Golden hour in Vilnius 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 Vilnius's latitude of 54.7°, golden hour lasts approximately 45 to 75 minutes.
For photographers planning shoots in Vilnius 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 Vilnius in April
Civil twilight in Vilnius 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius
Shooting in Vilnius 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, Vilnius'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 Vilnius are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Vilnius (54.6872°, 25.2797°) and the local timezone (Europe/Vilnius). 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 Vilnius
What is the average sunrise time in Vilnius in April?
The average sunrise time in Vilnius in April 2026 is approximately 06:15. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Vilnius at latitude 54.69° and longitude 25.28°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 06:52 on the first of the month to 05:43 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.
How many hours of daylight does Vilnius get in April?
Vilnius receives an average of 14h 05m 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 02m on the first of the month to 15h 07m on the last day.
What is the earliest sunrise in Vilnius in April?
The earliest sunrise in Vilnius in April 2026 occurs on 2026-04-30 at 05:43. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-04-01 at 06:52.
What time is golden hour in Vilnius in April?
Golden hour in Vilnius in April occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (06:15 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 45 to 75 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (20:23 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 Vilnius?
Yes. April is an excellent month for sunrise photography in Vilnius. Spring light is clean and warm, days are lengthening rapidly, and temperatures are generally comfortable for outdoor shoots. Sunrise at around 06:15 is a reasonable wake-up time for most photographers.
When does civil twilight start in Vilnius in April?
Civil twilight in Vilnius in April begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Vilnius's latitude of 54.7°, civil twilight in April starts around 05:50 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.