El Paso Sunrise & Sunset in May 2026

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Northern Hemisphere • mid-latitude latitude band

Last updated: March 3, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for El Paso, Texas throughout May 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. May marks a transitional period in daylight patterns. Both morning and evening golden hours in May 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 El Paso use May'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 El Paso during May 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 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 El Paso 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 39m longer by month end.

Key May Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: May 1 at 7:22 AM
  • Latest sunrise: May 31 at 7:03 AM
  • Earliest sunset: May 1 at 8:46 PM
  • Latest sunset: May 31 at 9:06 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 39m from start to end of month

May averages

  • Average sunrise: 7:11 AM
  • Average sunset: 8:56 PM
  • Average day length: 13h 45m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for May 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
May 17:22 AM8:46 PM13h 24m7:22 AM - 7:55 AM8:12 PM - 8:46 PM
May 27:21 AM8:46 PM13h 25m7:21 AM - 7:55 AM8:13 PM - 8:46 PM
May 37:20 AM8:47 PM13h 27m7:20 AM - 7:54 AM8:14 PM - 8:47 PM
May 47:19 AM8:48 PM13h 29m7:19 AM - 7:53 AM8:14 PM - 8:48 PM
May 57:18 AM8:49 PM13h 30m7:18 AM - 7:52 AM8:15 PM - 8:49 PM
May 67:18 AM8:49 PM13h 32m7:18 AM - 7:51 AM8:16 PM - 8:49 PM
May 77:17 AM8:50 PM13h 33m7:17 AM - 7:50 AM8:16 PM - 8:50 PM
May 87:16 AM8:51 PM13h 35m7:16 AM - 7:50 AM8:17 PM - 8:51 PM
May 97:15 AM8:51 PM13h 36m7:15 AM - 7:49 AM8:17 PM - 8:51 PM
May 107:14 AM8:52 PM13h 38m7:14 AM - 7:48 AM8:18 PM - 8:52 PM
May 117:13 AM8:53 PM13h 39m7:13 AM - 7:48 AM8:19 PM - 8:53 PM
May 127:13 AM8:54 PM13h 41m7:13 AM - 7:47 AM8:19 PM - 8:54 PM
May 137:12 AM8:54 PM13h 42m7:12 AM - 7:46 AM8:20 PM - 8:54 PM
May 147:11 AM8:55 PM13h 44m7:11 AM - 7:46 AM8:21 PM - 8:55 PM
May 157:11 AM8:56 PM13h 45m7:11 AM - 7:45 AM8:21 PM - 8:56 PM
May 167:10 AM8:56 PM13h 46m7:10 AM - 7:44 AM8:22 PM - 8:56 PM
May 177:09 AM8:57 PM13h 48m7:09 AM - 7:44 AM8:23 PM - 8:57 PM
May 187:09 AM8:58 PM13h 49m7:09 AM - 7:43 AM8:23 PM - 8:58 PM
May 197:08 AM8:58 PM13h 50m7:08 AM - 7:43 AM8:24 PM - 8:58 PM
May 207:08 AM8:59 PM13h 52m7:08 AM - 7:42 AM8:25 PM - 8:59 PM
May 217:07 AM9:00 PM13h 53m7:07 AM - 7:42 AM8:25 PM - 9:00 PM
May 227:06 AM9:00 PM13h 54m7:06 AM - 7:41 AM8:26 PM - 9:00 PM
May 237:06 AM9:01 PM13h 55m7:06 AM - 7:41 AM8:26 PM - 9:01 PM
May 247:05 AM9:02 PM13h 56m7:05 AM - 7:40 AM8:27 PM - 9:02 PM
May 257:05 AM9:02 PM13h 57m7:05 AM - 7:40 AM8:28 PM - 9:02 PM
May 267:05 AM9:03 PM13h 58m7:05 AM - 7:40 AM8:28 PM - 9:03 PM
May 277:04 AM9:04 PM14h 0m7:04 AM - 7:39 AM8:29 PM - 9:04 PM
May 287:04 AM9:04 PM14h 1m7:04 AM - 7:39 AM8:29 PM - 9:04 PM
May 297:03 AM9:05 PM14h 2m7:03 AM - 7:39 AM8:30 PM - 9:05 PM
May 307:03 AM9:06 PM14h 2m7:03 AM - 7:38 AM8:30 PM - 9:06 PM
May 317:03 AM9:06 PM14h 3m7:03 AM - 7:38 AM8:31 PM - 9:06 PM

Last updated: March 3, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in El Paso 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 El Paso, 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 May.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in El Paso, Texas in May?

Today, the sun rises in El Paso, Texas at 7:32 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in El Paso, Texas in May?

Today, the sun sets in El Paso, Texas at 7:06 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in El Paso, Texas in May?

Today's daylight in El Paso, Texas lasts about 11h 34m. As we move through May, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in El Paso, Texas?

Golden hour in El Paso, 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.