Midland Sunrise & Sunset in April 2026

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Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Midland, Texas throughout April 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. April marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in April offer distinct advantages. Morning light tends to be crisp and clear, while evening light often carries warmer tones, making each period valuable for different types of photography and activities. Residents of Midland use April's sun time data for everyday planning. Morning commuters check sunrise times, while evening joggers and cyclists rely on sunset times to plan safe routes before darkness falls. The precise timing of sunrise and sunset in Midland during April depends on the city's specific coordinates and the Earth's position. Our calculations account for these factors to provide accurate, location-specific data. 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 Midland 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 34m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 20m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 54m longer by month end.

Key April Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: April 1 at 7:39 AM
  • Latest sunrise: April 30 at 7:05 AM
  • Earliest sunset: April 1 at 8:08 PM
  • Latest sunset: April 30 at 8:28 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 54m from start to end of month

April averages

  • Average sunrise: 7:21 AM
  • Average sunset: 8:18 PM
  • Average day length: 12h 56m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for April 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
Apr 17:39 AM8:08 PM12h 29m7:39 AM - 8:11 AM7:35 PM - 8:08 PM
Apr 27:37 AM8:08 PM12h 31m7:37 AM - 8:10 AM7:36 PM - 8:08 PM
Apr 37:36 AM8:09 PM12h 33m7:36 AM - 8:08 AM7:37 PM - 8:09 PM
Apr 47:35 AM8:10 PM12h 35m7:35 AM - 8:07 AM7:37 PM - 8:10 PM
Apr 57:34 AM8:10 PM12h 37m7:34 AM - 8:06 AM7:38 PM - 8:10 PM
Apr 67:32 AM8:11 PM12h 39m7:32 AM - 8:05 AM7:39 PM - 8:11 PM
Apr 77:31 AM8:12 PM12h 41m7:31 AM - 8:03 AM7:39 PM - 8:12 PM
Apr 87:30 AM8:12 PM12h 43m7:30 AM - 8:02 AM7:40 PM - 8:12 PM
Apr 97:29 AM8:13 PM12h 44m7:29 AM - 8:01 AM7:40 PM - 8:13 PM
Apr 107:27 AM8:14 PM12h 46m7:27 AM - 8:00 AM7:41 PM - 8:14 PM
Apr 117:26 AM8:14 PM12h 48m7:26 AM - 7:59 AM7:42 PM - 8:14 PM
Apr 127:25 AM8:15 PM12h 50m7:25 AM - 7:57 AM7:42 PM - 8:15 PM
Apr 137:24 AM8:16 PM12h 52m7:24 AM - 7:56 AM7:43 PM - 8:16 PM
Apr 147:22 AM8:16 PM12h 54m7:22 AM - 7:55 AM7:44 PM - 8:16 PM
Apr 157:21 AM8:17 PM12h 56m7:21 AM - 7:54 AM7:44 PM - 8:17 PM
Apr 167:20 AM8:18 PM12h 58m7:20 AM - 7:53 AM7:45 PM - 8:18 PM
Apr 177:19 AM8:18 PM13h 0m7:19 AM - 7:52 AM7:46 PM - 8:18 PM
Apr 187:18 AM8:19 PM13h 1m7:18 AM - 7:51 AM7:46 PM - 8:19 PM
Apr 197:17 AM8:20 PM13h 3m7:17 AM - 7:49 AM7:47 PM - 8:20 PM
Apr 207:16 AM8:21 PM13h 5m7:16 AM - 7:48 AM7:48 PM - 8:21 PM
Apr 217:14 AM8:21 PM13h 7m7:14 AM - 7:47 AM7:48 PM - 8:21 PM
Apr 227:13 AM8:22 PM13h 9m7:13 AM - 7:46 AM7:49 PM - 8:22 PM
Apr 237:12 AM8:23 PM13h 10m7:12 AM - 7:45 AM7:50 PM - 8:23 PM
Apr 247:11 AM8:23 PM13h 12m7:11 AM - 7:44 AM7:50 PM - 8:23 PM
Apr 257:10 AM8:24 PM13h 14m7:10 AM - 7:43 AM7:51 PM - 8:24 PM
Apr 267:09 AM8:25 PM13h 16m7:09 AM - 7:42 AM7:52 PM - 8:25 PM
Apr 277:08 AM8:26 PM13h 18m7:08 AM - 7:41 AM7:52 PM - 8:26 PM
Apr 287:07 AM8:26 PM13h 19m7:07 AM - 7:40 AM7:53 PM - 8:26 PM
Apr 297:06 AM8:27 PM13h 21m7:06 AM - 7:39 AM7:54 PM - 8:27 PM
Apr 307:05 AM8:28 PM13h 23m7:05 AM - 7:38 AM7:54 PM - 8:28 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

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

Today, the sun rises in Midland, Texas at 7:23 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout April, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Midland, Texas in April?

Today, the sun sets in Midland, Texas at 6:42 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout April, so check this page for the latest times.

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

Today's daylight in Midland, Texas lasts about 11h 19m. As we move through April, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Midland, Texas?

Golden hour in Midland, 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.