Asunción Sunrise & Sunset: May 2026
Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data
In Asunción in May, sunrise averages 07:22 and sunset averages 18:14. Days are getting shorter through May at Asunción's latitude of -25.3°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Avg Sunrise
07:22
Avg Sunset
18:14
Avg Daylight
10h 53m
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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Asunción
| Date | Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01 | Fri | 07:14 | 18:23 | 11h 09m |
| 05/02 | Sat | 07:14 | 18:22 | 11h 08m |
| 05/03 | Sun | 07:15 | 18:22 | 11h 07m |
| 05/04 | Mon | 07:15 | 18:21 | 11h 06m |
| 05/05 | Tue | 07:16 | 18:20 | 11h 04m |
| 05/06 | Wed | 07:16 | 18:20 | 11h 03m |
| 05/07 | Thu | 07:17 | 18:19 | 11h 02m |
| 05/08 | Fri | 07:17 | 18:18 | 11h 01m |
| 05/09 | Sat | 07:18 | 18:18 | 11h 00m |
| 05/10 | Sun | 07:18 | 18:17 | 10h 59m |
| 05/11 | Mon | 07:19 | 18:17 | 10h 58m |
| 05/12 | Tue | 07:19 | 18:16 | 10h 57m |
| 05/13 | Wed | 07:20 | 18:16 | 10h 56m |
| 05/14 | Thu | 07:21 | 18:15 | 10h 55m |
| 05/15 | Fri | 07:21 | 18:15 | 10h 54m |
| 05/16 | Sat | 07:22 | 18:14 | 10h 53m |
| 05/17 | Sun | 07:22 | 18:14 | 10h 52m |
| 05/18 | Mon | 07:23 | 18:13 | 10h 51m |
| 05/19 | Tue | 07:23 | 18:13 | 10h 50m |
| 05/20 | Wed | 07:24 | 18:12 | 10h 49m |
| 05/21 | Thu | 07:24 | 18:12 | 10h 48m |
| 05/22 | Fri | 07:25 | 18:12 | 10h 47m |
| 05/23 | Sat | 07:25 | 18:11 | 10h 46m |
| 05/24 | Sun | 07:26 | 18:11 | 10h 45m |
| 05/25 | Mon | 07:26 | 18:11 | 10h 45m |
| 05/26 | Tue | 07:27 | 18:11 | 10h 44m |
| 05/27 | Wed | 07:27 | 18:10 | 10h 43m |
| 05/28 | Thu | 07:28 | 18:10 | 10h 42m |
| 05/29 | Fri | 07:28 | 18:10 | 10h 42m |
| 05/30 | Sat | 07:29 | 18:10 | 10h 41m |
| 05/31 | Sun | 07:29 | 18:09 | 10h 40m |
Daylight Hours Throughout the Year
May Sunrise & Sunset in Asunción: Complete Monthly Guide
In May 2026, Asunción has an average of 10h 53m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 07:14 at the start of the month to 07:29 at the end, while sunset shifts from 18:23 to 18:09.
May in Asunción brings shortening autumn days in the southern hemisphere. Average sunrise in May is 07:22 and average sunset is 18:14. The daily table above shows the exact sunrise and sunset time for each day of the month.
Day Length Variation in May
Day length in Asunción in May 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 Asunción's latitude of -25.3°, the rate of day length change in May is approximately 1 to 2 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in Asunción shifts by approximately 20 to 40 minutes over the course of May.
Golden Hour in Asunción in May
Golden hour in Asunción in May 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 Mayat Asunción's latitude of -25.3°, golden hour lasts approximately 25 to 45 minutes.
For photographers planning shoots in Asunción in May: 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 May begins about 45 to 60 minutes before sunset and produces warmer, more orange tones than the morning session.
Blue Hour and Twilight in Asunción in May
Civil twilight in Asunción in May 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 Asunción in May extends the usable light day by approximately 45 to 70 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 May in Asunción
Shooting in Asunción in May requires adapting to the season's specific light quality and timing. Camera settings for sunrise photography in May:
- 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 May, Asunción'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 May table for Asunción are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Asunción (-25.2867°, -57.6470°) and the local timezone (America/Asuncion). 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: May Sunrise & Sunset in Asunción
What is the average sunrise time in Asunción in May?
The average sunrise time in Asunción in May 2026 is approximately 07:22. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Asunción at latitude -25.29° and longitude -57.65°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 07:14 on the first of the month to 07:29 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.
How many hours of daylight does Asunción get in May?
Asunción receives an average of 10h 53m of daylight per day in May 2026. This is calculated as the difference between sunrise and sunset and does not include twilight periods. Day length varies from 11h 09m on the first of the month to 10h 40m on the last day.
What is the earliest sunrise in Asunción in May?
The earliest sunrise in Asunción in May 2026 occurs on 2026-05-01 at 07:14. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-05-30 at 07:29.
What time is golden hour in Asunción in May?
Golden hour in Asunción in May occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (07:22 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 25 to 45 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (18:14 at mid-month). The precise start of golden hour is when the sun's altitude drops below 6 degrees above the horizon.
Is May a good time to photograph sunrise in Asunción?
May is autumn in Asunción's southern hemisphere location. Sunrise at 07:22 provides a reasonable start time for photography.
When does civil twilight start in Asunción in May?
Civil twilight in Asunción in May begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Asunción's latitude of -25.3°, civil twilight in May starts around 06:57 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.