Gilbert Sunrise & Sunset in April 2026
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Last updated: January 13, 2026
This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Gilbert, Arizona 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 Gilbert 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 Gilbert 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 Gilbert, Arizona 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.
Key April Statistics
- Earliest sunrise: April 1 at 6:17 AM
- Latest sunrise: April 30 at 5:42 AM
- Earliest sunset: April 1 at 6:47 PM
- Latest sunset: April 30 at 7:09 PM
- Day length change: +0h 57m from start to end of month
Monthly Sun Trend Charts
Daily Sun Times for April 2026
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length | Morning Golden Hour | Evening Golden Hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1 | 6:17 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 30m | 6:17 AM - 6:50 AM | 6:14 PM - 6:47 PM |
| Apr 2 | 6:15 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 32m | 6:15 AM - 6:48 AM | 6:15 PM - 6:48 PM |
| Apr 3 | 6:14 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 34m | 6:14 AM - 6:47 AM | 6:16 PM - 6:49 PM |
| Apr 4 | 6:13 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 36m | 6:13 AM - 6:46 AM | 6:16 PM - 6:49 PM |
| Apr 5 | 6:12 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 38m | 6:12 AM - 6:44 AM | 6:17 PM - 6:50 PM |
| Apr 6 | 6:10 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 40m | 6:10 AM - 6:43 AM | 6:18 PM - 6:51 PM |
| Apr 7 | 6:09 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 43m | 6:09 AM - 6:42 AM | 6:18 PM - 6:51 PM |
| Apr 8 | 6:08 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 45m | 6:08 AM - 6:41 AM | 6:19 PM - 6:52 PM |
| Apr 9 | 6:06 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 47m | 6:06 AM - 6:39 AM | 6:20 PM - 6:53 PM |
| Apr 10 | 6:05 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 49m | 6:05 AM - 6:38 AM | 6:21 PM - 6:54 PM |
| Apr 11 | 6:04 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 51m | 6:04 AM - 6:37 AM | 6:21 PM - 6:54 PM |
| Apr 12 | 6:02 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 53m | 6:02 AM - 6:36 AM | 6:22 PM - 6:55 PM |
| Apr 13 | 6:01 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 55m | 6:01 AM - 6:34 AM | 6:23 PM - 6:56 PM |
| Apr 14 | 6:00 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 57m | 6:00 AM - 6:33 AM | 6:23 PM - 6:57 PM |
| Apr 15 | 5:59 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 59m | 5:59 AM - 6:32 AM | 6:24 PM - 6:57 PM |
| Apr 16 | 5:58 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 1m | 5:58 AM - 6:31 AM | 6:25 PM - 6:58 PM |
| Apr 17 | 5:56 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 2m | 5:56 AM - 6:30 AM | 6:25 PM - 6:59 PM |
| Apr 18 | 5:55 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 4m | 5:55 AM - 6:28 AM | 6:26 PM - 6:59 PM |
| Apr 19 | 5:54 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 6m | 5:54 AM - 6:27 AM | 6:27 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Apr 20 | 5:53 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 8m | 5:53 AM - 6:26 AM | 6:28 PM - 7:01 PM |
| Apr 21 | 5:52 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 10m | 5:52 AM - 6:25 AM | 6:28 PM - 7:02 PM |
| Apr 22 | 5:50 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 12m | 5:50 AM - 6:24 AM | 6:29 PM - 7:03 PM |
| Apr 23 | 5:49 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 14m | 5:49 AM - 6:23 AM | 6:30 PM - 7:03 PM |
| Apr 24 | 5:48 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 16m | 5:48 AM - 6:22 AM | 6:30 PM - 7:04 PM |
| Apr 25 | 5:47 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 18m | 5:47 AM - 6:21 AM | 6:31 PM - 7:05 PM |
| Apr 26 | 5:46 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 20m | 5:46 AM - 6:20 AM | 6:32 PM - 7:06 PM |
| Apr 27 | 5:45 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 21m | 5:45 AM - 6:19 AM | 6:32 PM - 7:06 PM |
| Apr 28 | 5:44 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 23m | 5:44 AM - 6:18 AM | 6:33 PM - 7:07 PM |
| Apr 29 | 5:43 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 25m | 5:43 AM - 6:17 AM | 6:34 PM - 7:08 PM |
| Apr 30 | 5:42 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 27m | 5:42 AM - 6:16 AM | 6:35 PM - 7:09 PM |
Last updated: January 13, 2026
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About sunrise and sunset in Gilbert 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 Gilbert, Arizona, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gilbert, Arizona in April?
Today, the sun rises in Gilbert, Arizona at 7:32 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout April, so check this page for the latest times.
What time is sunset in Gilbert, Arizona in April?
Today, the sun sets in Gilbert, Arizona at 5:41 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout April, so check this page for the latest times.
How long is the day in Gilbert, Arizona in April?
Today's daylight in Gilbert, Arizona lasts about 10h 9m. As we move through April, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.
What is golden hour in Gilbert, Arizona?
Golden hour in Gilbert, Arizona 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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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.
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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.