Anchorage Sunrise & Sunset in April 2026

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Northern Hemisphere • higher-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Anchorage, Alaska throughout April 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. The daylight characteristics of April in Anchorage reflect seasonal transitions. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During April, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Anchorage benefit from accurate April sun times when planning activities like hiking, running, cycling, and beach visits. Understanding when daylight begins and ends helps ensure safety and maximizes enjoyment. Whether you're a long-time resident or a first-time visitor, understanding April's sun time patterns in Anchorage, Alaska enhances your ability to plan and enjoy activities. The month's daylight characteristics are part of what makes the location unique. The daily variations in sun times during April may seem minor, but they reflect the Earth's continuous motion around the sun. These changes affect everything from energy consumption to mood and daily routines. Understanding these patterns helps residents and visitors make the most of each day's available daylight.

April is a seasonal transition month for Anchorage in the Northern Hemisphere. Daylight length changes more noticeably now, with sunrise and sunset shifting week by week as the sun moves between solstice extremes.

April daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 1h 29m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 1h 16m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 2h 46m longer by month end.

Key April Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: April 1 at 7:26 AM
  • Latest sunrise: April 30 at 5:57 AM
  • Earliest sunset: April 1 at 8:43 PM
  • Latest sunset: April 30 at 9:59 PM
  • Day length change: +2h 46m from start to end of month

April averages

  • Average sunrise: 6:41 AM
  • Average sunset: 9:20 PM
  • Average day length: 14h 39m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

Sunrise Trend
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Day Length Trend

Daily Sun Times for April 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Apr 17:26 AM8:43 PM13h 16m7:26 AM - 8:23 AM7:46 PM - 8:43 PM
Apr 27:23 AM8:45 PM13h 22m7:23 AM - 8:20 AM7:48 PM - 8:45 PM
Apr 37:20 AM8:48 PM13h 28m7:20 AM - 8:17 AM7:51 PM - 8:48 PM
Apr 47:17 AM8:50 PM13h 34m7:17 AM - 8:14 AM7:53 PM - 8:50 PM
Apr 57:13 AM8:53 PM13h 39m7:13 AM - 8:11 AM7:55 PM - 8:53 PM
Apr 67:10 AM8:55 PM13h 45m7:10 AM - 8:08 AM7:58 PM - 8:55 PM
Apr 77:07 AM8:58 PM13h 51m7:07 AM - 8:05 AM8:00 PM - 8:58 PM
Apr 87:04 AM9:01 PM13h 57m7:04 AM - 8:02 AM8:03 PM - 9:01 PM
Apr 97:01 AM9:03 PM14h 2m7:01 AM - 7:59 AM8:05 PM - 9:03 PM
Apr 106:58 AM9:06 PM14h 8m6:58 AM - 7:56 AM8:08 PM - 9:06 PM
Apr 116:55 AM9:08 PM14h 14m6:55 AM - 7:53 AM8:10 PM - 9:08 PM
Apr 126:51 AM9:11 PM14h 20m6:51 AM - 7:50 AM8:13 PM - 9:11 PM
Apr 136:48 AM9:14 PM14h 25m6:48 AM - 7:47 AM8:15 PM - 9:14 PM
Apr 146:45 AM9:16 PM14h 31m6:45 AM - 7:44 AM8:17 PM - 9:16 PM
Apr 156:42 AM9:19 PM14h 37m6:42 AM - 7:41 AM8:20 PM - 9:19 PM
Apr 166:39 AM9:21 PM14h 42m6:39 AM - 7:38 AM8:22 PM - 9:21 PM
Apr 176:36 AM9:24 PM14h 48m6:36 AM - 7:35 AM8:25 PM - 9:24 PM
Apr 186:33 AM9:27 PM14h 54m6:33 AM - 7:32 AM8:27 PM - 9:27 PM
Apr 196:30 AM9:29 PM15h 0m6:30 AM - 7:30 AM8:29 PM - 9:29 PM
Apr 206:27 AM9:32 PM15h 5m6:27 AM - 7:27 AM8:32 PM - 9:32 PM
Apr 216:24 AM9:35 PM15h 11m6:24 AM - 7:24 AM8:34 PM - 9:34 PM
Apr 226:21 AM9:37 PM15h 17m6:21 AM - 7:21 AM8:36 PM - 9:36 PM
Apr 236:18 AM9:40 PM15h 22m6:19 AM - 7:19 AM8:39 PM - 9:39 PM
Apr 246:14 AM9:43 PM15h 28m6:16 AM - 7:16 AM8:41 PM - 9:41 PM
Apr 256:11 AM9:45 PM15h 34m6:13 AM - 7:13 AM8:44 PM - 9:44 PM
Apr 266:08 AM9:48 PM15h 39m6:11 AM - 7:11 AM8:46 PM - 9:46 PM
Apr 276:06 AM9:51 PM15h 45m6:08 AM - 7:08 AM8:48 PM - 9:48 PM
Apr 286:03 AM9:53 PM15h 51m6:05 AM - 7:05 AM8:50 PM - 9:50 PM
Apr 296:00 AM9:56 PM15h 56m6:03 AM - 7:03 AM8:53 PM - 9:53 PM
Apr 305:57 AM9:59 PM16h 2m6:00 AM - 7:00 AM8:55 PM - 9:55 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Anchorage in April

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through April as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Anchorage, Alaska, and are calculated based on the city's exact geographic coordinates.

You can come back daily to see updated values. This page shows you not just sunrise and sunset times, but also golden hour periods (ideal for photography), dawn and dusk times (civil twilight), and day length for every day of the month. All times are displayed in local time and update automatically based on the current date.

Whether you're planning outdoor activities, photography sessions, or simply want to know when daylight begins and ends, this calendar helps you make the most of each day in April.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Anchorage, Alaska in April?

Today, the sun rises in Anchorage, Alaska at 8:19 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout April, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Anchorage, Alaska in April?

Today, the sun sets in Anchorage, Alaska at 6:09 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout April, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Anchorage, Alaska in April?

Today's daylight in Anchorage, Alaska lasts about 9h 49m. As we move through April, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Anchorage, Alaska?

Golden hour in Anchorage, Alaska refers to the period shortly after sunrise and before sunset when the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting ideal for photography. These periods occur twice daily and shift gradually throughout the month. For more information about planning photos during golden hour, see our guide on golden hour photography.

How often are these sunrise and sunset times updated?

Sunrise and sunset times are updated daily and are based on reliable astronomical calculations. The times account for your location's exact geographic coordinates, timezone, and the Earth's position in its orbit. You can check back each day to see the latest values.

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How People Use This Information

People use sunrise and sunset times for planning outdoor activities, photography, travel, prayer times, fitness routines, gardening, and understanding seasonal daylight changes. SunTimesToday is designed as a quick, location-specific reference that updates daily to reflect accurate astronomical calculations.

Data Source & Accuracy

Sunrise, sunset, daylight length, and twilight times on SunTimesToday are calculated using standard astronomical algorithms based on your selected location and date. Data is updated daily to reflect seasonal and yearly changes. While times are accurate for most practical uses, small variations may occur due to atmospheric conditions and local geography.