Lubbock Sunrise & Sunset in April 2026

CDT33.5779°N, 101.8552°W

Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: March 18, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Lubbock, Texas 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 Lubbock 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 Lubbock 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 Lubbock, Texas 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 Lubbock 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 35m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 22m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 58m longer by month end.

Key April Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: April 1 at 7:37 AM
  • Latest sunrise: April 30 at 7:02 AM
  • Earliest sunset: April 1 at 8:07 PM
  • Latest sunset: April 30 at 8:29 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 58m from start to end of month

April averages

  • Average sunrise: 7:19 AM
  • Average sunset: 8:18 PM
  • Average day length: 13h 0m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for April 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Apr 17:37 AM8:07 PM12h 30m7:37 AM - 8:10 AM7:35 PM - 8:07 PM
Apr 27:36 AM8:08 PM12h 32m7:36 AM - 8:09 AM7:35 PM - 8:08 PM
Apr 37:34 AM8:09 PM12h 35m7:34 AM - 8:07 AM7:36 PM - 8:09 PM
Apr 47:33 AM8:10 PM12h 37m7:33 AM - 8:06 AM7:37 PM - 8:10 PM
Apr 57:32 AM8:10 PM12h 39m7:32 AM - 8:05 AM7:37 PM - 8:10 PM
Apr 67:30 AM8:11 PM12h 41m7:30 AM - 8:03 AM7:38 PM - 8:11 PM
Apr 77:29 AM8:12 PM12h 43m7:29 AM - 8:02 AM7:39 PM - 8:12 PM
Apr 87:28 AM8:13 PM12h 45m7:28 AM - 8:01 AM7:40 PM - 8:13 PM
Apr 97:26 AM8:13 PM12h 47m7:26 AM - 7:59 AM7:40 PM - 8:13 PM
Apr 107:25 AM8:14 PM12h 49m7:25 AM - 7:58 AM7:41 PM - 8:14 PM
Apr 117:24 AM8:15 PM12h 51m7:24 AM - 7:57 AM7:42 PM - 8:15 PM
Apr 127:23 AM8:16 PM12h 53m7:23 AM - 7:56 AM7:42 PM - 8:16 PM
Apr 137:21 AM8:16 PM12h 55m7:21 AM - 7:55 AM7:43 PM - 8:16 PM
Apr 147:20 AM8:17 PM12h 57m7:20 AM - 7:53 AM7:44 PM - 8:17 PM
Apr 157:19 AM8:18 PM12h 59m7:19 AM - 7:52 AM7:44 PM - 8:18 PM
Apr 167:18 AM8:18 PM13h 1m7:18 AM - 7:51 AM7:45 PM - 8:18 PM
Apr 177:16 AM8:19 PM13h 3m7:16 AM - 7:50 AM7:46 PM - 8:19 PM
Apr 187:15 AM8:20 PM13h 5m7:15 AM - 7:49 AM7:47 PM - 8:20 PM
Apr 197:14 AM8:21 PM13h 7m7:14 AM - 7:47 AM7:47 PM - 8:21 PM
Apr 207:13 AM8:22 PM13h 9m7:13 AM - 7:46 AM7:48 PM - 8:22 PM
Apr 217:12 AM8:22 PM13h 11m7:12 AM - 7:45 AM7:49 PM - 8:22 PM
Apr 227:10 AM8:23 PM13h 13m7:10 AM - 7:44 AM7:49 PM - 8:23 PM
Apr 237:09 AM8:24 PM13h 15m7:09 AM - 7:43 AM7:50 PM - 8:24 PM
Apr 247:08 AM8:25 PM13h 16m7:08 AM - 7:42 AM7:51 PM - 8:25 PM
Apr 257:07 AM8:25 PM13h 18m7:07 AM - 7:41 AM7:52 PM - 8:25 PM
Apr 267:06 AM8:26 PM13h 20m7:06 AM - 7:40 AM7:52 PM - 8:26 PM
Apr 277:05 AM8:27 PM13h 22m7:05 AM - 7:39 AM7:53 PM - 8:27 PM
Apr 287:04 AM8:28 PM13h 24m7:04 AM - 7:38 AM7:54 PM - 8:28 PM
Apr 297:03 AM8:28 PM13h 26m7:03 AM - 7:37 AM7:54 PM - 8:28 PM
Apr 307:02 AM8:29 PM13h 28m7:02 AM - 7:36 AM7:55 PM - 8:29 PM

Last updated: March 18, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Lubbock 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 Lubbock, Texas, 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 Lubbock, Texas in April?

Today, the sun rises in Lubbock, Texas at 7:55 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout April, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Lubbock, Texas in April?

Today, the sun sets in Lubbock, Texas at 7:58 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout April, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Lubbock, Texas in April?

Today's daylight in Lubbock, Texas lasts about 12h 3m. As we move through April, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Lubbock, Texas?

Golden hour in Lubbock, Texas 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.