What is the golden hour time in Stockholm in May?

Golden hour in Stockholm in May begins at sunrise (average 04:14) and lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes, and again begins about 30 to 60 minutes before sunset (average 21:16).

Stockholm Sunrise & Sunset: May 2026

Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data

In Stockholm in May, sunrise averages 04:14 and sunset averages 21:16. Days are getting longer through May at Stockholm's latitude of 59.3°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.

Avg Sunrise

04:14

Avg Sunset

21:16

Avg Daylight

17h 00m

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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Stockholm

Date	Day	Sunrise	Sunset	Daylight	Golden Hour
05/01	Fri	04:50	20:41	15h 50m	05:50 – 19:41
05/02	Sat	04:48	20:43	15h 55m	05:48 – 19:43
05/03	Sun	04:45	20:46	16h 00m	05:45 – 19:45
05/04	Mon	04:43	20:48	16h 05m	05:43 – 19:47
05/05	Tue	04:40	20:50	16h 10m	05:41 – 19:49
05/06	Wed	04:38	20:53	16h 15m	05:39 – 19:51
05/07	Thu	04:35	20:55	16h 20m	05:37 – 19:53
05/08	Fri	04:33	20:58	16h 25m	05:35 – 19:55
05/09	Sat	04:30	21:00	16h 30m	05:33 – 19:57
05/10	Sun	04:28	21:02	16h 35m	05:31 – 19:59
05/11	Mon	04:25	21:05	16h 39m	05:29 – 20:01
05/12	Tue	04:23	21:07	16h 44m	05:27 – 20:03
05/13	Wed	04:21	21:09	16h 49m	05:25 – 20:05
05/14	Thu	04:18	21:12	16h 53m	05:23 – 20:07
05/15	Fri	04:16	21:14	16h 58m	05:21 – 20:09
05/16	Sat	04:14	21:16	17h 02m	05:19 – 20:11
05/17	Sun	04:12	21:18	17h 07m	05:17 – 20:13
05/18	Mon	04:10	21:21	17h 11m	05:16 – 20:14
05/19	Tue	04:07	21:23	17h 15m	05:14 – 20:16
05/20	Wed	04:05	21:25	17h 19m	05:12 – 20:18
05/21	Thu	04:03	21:27	17h 24m	05:11 – 20:20
05/22	Fri	04:01	21:29	17h 28m	05:09 – 20:21
05/23	Sat	04:00	21:31	17h 32m	05:08 – 20:23
05/24	Sun	03:58	21:33	17h 36m	05:06 – 20:25
05/25	Mon	03:56	21:35	17h 40m	05:05 – 20:26
05/26	Tue	03:54	21:37	17h 43m	05:04 – 20:28
05/27	Wed	03:52	21:39	17h 47m	05:02 – 20:29
05/28	Thu	03:51	21:41	17h 51m	05:01 – 20:31
05/29	Fri	03:49	21:43	17h 54m	05:00 – 20:32
05/30	Sat	03:48	21:45	17h 57m	04:59 – 20:34
05/31	Sun	03:46	21:47	18h 01m	04:58 – 20:35

Daylight Hours Throughout the Year

May Sunrise & Sunset in Stockholm: Complete Monthly Guide

In May 2026, Stockholm has an average of 17h 00m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 04:50 at the start of the month to 03:46 at the end, while sunset shifts from 20:41 to 21:47.

May in Stockholm brings lengthening spring days. Average sunrise in May is 04:14 and average sunset is 21:16. 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 Stockholm 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 Stockholm's latitude of 59.3°, the rate of day length change in May is approximately 3 to 5 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in Stockholm shifts by approximately 60 to 90 minutes over the course of May.

Golden Hour in Stockholm in May

Golden hour in Stockholm 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 Stockholm's latitude of 59.3°, golden hour lasts approximately 90 to 120 minutes.

For photographers planning shoots in Stockholm 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 Stockholm in May

Civil twilight in Stockholm 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 Stockholm in May extends the usable light day by approximately 90 to 120 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 Stockholm

Shooting in Stockholm 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, Stockholm'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 Stockholm are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Stockholm (59.3293°, 18.0686°) and the local timezone (Europe/Stockholm). 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 Stockholm

What is the average sunrise time in Stockholm in May?

The average sunrise time in Stockholm in May 2026 is approximately 04:14. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Stockholm at latitude 59.33° and longitude 18.07°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 04:50 on the first of the month to 03:46 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.

How many hours of daylight does Stockholm get in May?

Stockholm receives an average of 17h 00m 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 15h 50m on the first of the month to 18h 01m on the last day.

What is the earliest sunrise in Stockholm in May?

The earliest sunrise in Stockholm in May 2026 occurs on 2026-05-31 at 03:46. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-05-01 at 04:50.

What time is golden hour in Stockholm in May?

Golden hour in Stockholm in May occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (04:14 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 90 to 120 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (21:16 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 Stockholm?

Yes. May is an excellent month for sunrise photography in Stockholm. Spring light is clean and warm, days are lengthening rapidly, and temperatures are generally comfortable for outdoor shoots. Sunrise at around 04:14 is a reasonable wake-up time for most photographers.

When does civil twilight start in Stockholm in May?

Civil twilight in Stockholm in May begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Stockholm's latitude of 59.3°, civil twilight in May starts around 03:49 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.

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