Mobile Sunrise & Sunset in May 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 Mobile, Alabama throughout May 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 May in Mobile reflect seasonal transitions. The golden hour occurs twice daily—shortly after sunrise and before sunset—providing ideal lighting conditions for photography. During May, these periods shift gradually, offering different timing opportunities throughout the month. Outdoor enthusiasts in Mobile benefit from accurate May 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 May's sun time patterns in Mobile, Alabama 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 May 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.

May is a seasonal transition month for Mobile 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.

May daylight summary

  • Sunrise shifts 19m 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 38m longer by month end.

Key May Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: May 1 at 6:10 AM
  • Latest sunrise: May 31 at 5:51 AM
  • Earliest sunset: May 1 at 7:30 PM
  • Latest sunset: May 31 at 7:50 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 38m from start to end of month

May averages

  • Average sunrise: 5:59 AM
  • Average sunset: 7:40 PM
  • Average day length: 13h 41m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for May 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
May 16:10 AM7:30 PM13h 20m6:10 AM - 6:43 AM6:57 PM - 7:30 PM
May 26:09 AM7:31 PM13h 22m6:09 AM - 6:42 AM6:58 PM - 7:31 PM
May 36:08 AM7:32 PM13h 23m6:08 AM - 6:41 AM6:58 PM - 7:32 PM
May 46:07 AM7:32 PM13h 25m6:07 AM - 6:40 AM6:59 PM - 7:32 PM
May 56:06 AM7:33 PM13h 27m6:06 AM - 6:40 AM7:00 PM - 7:33 PM
May 66:06 AM7:34 PM13h 28m6:06 AM - 6:39 AM7:00 PM - 7:34 PM
May 76:05 AM7:34 PM13h 30m6:05 AM - 6:38 AM7:01 PM - 7:34 PM
May 86:04 AM7:35 PM13h 31m6:04 AM - 6:37 AM7:02 PM - 7:35 PM
May 96:03 AM7:36 PM13h 33m6:03 AM - 6:37 AM7:02 PM - 7:36 PM
May 106:02 AM7:36 PM13h 34m6:02 AM - 6:36 AM7:03 PM - 7:36 PM
May 116:02 AM7:37 PM13h 35m6:02 AM - 6:35 AM7:03 PM - 7:37 PM
May 126:01 AM7:38 PM13h 37m6:01 AM - 6:35 AM7:04 PM - 7:38 PM
May 136:00 AM7:38 PM13h 38m6:00 AM - 6:34 AM7:05 PM - 7:38 PM
May 146:00 AM7:39 PM13h 39m6:00 AM - 6:33 AM7:05 PM - 7:39 PM
May 155:59 AM7:40 PM13h 41m5:59 AM - 6:33 AM7:06 PM - 7:40 PM
May 165:58 AM7:40 PM13h 42m5:58 AM - 6:32 AM7:07 PM - 7:40 PM
May 175:58 AM7:41 PM13h 43m5:58 AM - 6:32 AM7:07 PM - 7:41 PM
May 185:57 AM7:42 PM13h 45m5:57 AM - 6:31 AM7:08 PM - 7:42 PM
May 195:57 AM7:42 PM13h 46m5:57 AM - 6:31 AM7:08 PM - 7:42 PM
May 205:56 AM7:43 PM13h 47m5:56 AM - 6:30 AM7:09 PM - 7:43 PM
May 215:55 AM7:44 PM13h 48m5:55 AM - 6:30 AM7:10 PM - 7:44 PM
May 225:55 AM7:44 PM13h 49m5:55 AM - 6:29 AM7:10 PM - 7:44 PM
May 235:55 AM7:45 PM13h 51m5:55 AM - 6:29 AM7:11 PM - 7:45 PM
May 245:54 AM7:46 PM13h 52m5:54 AM - 6:28 AM7:11 PM - 7:46 PM
May 255:54 AM7:46 PM13h 53m5:54 AM - 6:28 AM7:12 PM - 7:46 PM
May 265:53 AM7:47 PM13h 54m5:53 AM - 6:28 AM7:12 PM - 7:47 PM
May 275:53 AM7:48 PM13h 55m5:53 AM - 6:27 AM7:13 PM - 7:48 PM
May 285:52 AM7:48 PM13h 56m5:52 AM - 6:27 AM7:13 PM - 7:48 PM
May 295:52 AM7:49 PM13h 57m5:52 AM - 6:27 AM7:14 PM - 7:49 PM
May 305:52 AM7:49 PM13h 58m5:52 AM - 6:27 AM7:15 PM - 7:49 PM
May 315:51 AM7:50 PM13h 58m5:51 AM - 6:26 AM7:15 PM - 7:50 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Mobile in May

Sunrise and sunset times shift slightly each day through May as we move through the solstice. The times shown are in local time for Mobile, Alabama, 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 May.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Mobile, Alabama in May?

Today, the sun rises in Mobile, Alabama at 6:26 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Mobile, Alabama in May?

Today, the sun sets in Mobile, Alabama at 5:47 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Mobile, Alabama in May?

Today's daylight in Mobile, Alabama lasts about 11h 21m. As we move through May, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Mobile, Alabama?

Golden hour in Mobile, Alabama 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.