Houston 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 Houston, 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 18m earlier from the start to the end of the month.
  • Sunset shifts 19m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 36m longer by month end.

Key May Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: May 1 at 6:41 AM
  • Latest sunrise: May 31 at 6:23 AM
  • Earliest sunset: May 1 at 7:58 PM
  • Latest sunset: May 31 at 8:17 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 36m from start to end of month

May averages

  • Average sunrise: 6:30 AM
  • Average sunset: 8:08 PM
  • Average day length: 13h 38m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for May 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
May 16:41 AM7:58 PM13h 18m6:41 AM - 7:13 AM7:25 PM - 7:58 PM
May 26:40 AM7:59 PM13h 19m6:40 AM - 7:12 AM7:26 PM - 7:59 PM
May 36:39 AM7:59 PM13h 21m6:39 AM - 7:12 AM7:27 PM - 7:59 PM
May 46:38 AM8:00 PM13h 22m6:38 AM - 7:11 AM7:27 PM - 8:00 PM
May 56:37 AM8:01 PM13h 24m6:37 AM - 7:10 AM7:28 PM - 8:01 PM
May 66:36 AM8:01 PM13h 25m6:36 AM - 7:09 AM7:28 PM - 8:01 PM
May 76:36 AM8:02 PM13h 26m6:36 AM - 7:09 AM7:29 PM - 8:02 PM
May 86:35 AM8:03 PM13h 28m6:35 AM - 7:08 AM7:30 PM - 8:03 PM
May 96:34 AM8:03 PM13h 29m6:34 AM - 7:07 AM7:30 PM - 8:03 PM
May 106:33 AM8:04 PM13h 31m6:33 AM - 7:07 AM7:31 PM - 8:04 PM
May 116:33 AM8:05 PM13h 32m6:33 AM - 7:06 AM7:31 PM - 8:05 PM
May 126:32 AM8:05 PM13h 33m6:32 AM - 7:05 AM7:32 PM - 8:05 PM
May 136:31 AM8:06 PM13h 35m6:31 AM - 7:05 AM7:33 PM - 8:06 PM
May 146:31 AM8:07 PM13h 36m6:31 AM - 7:04 AM7:33 PM - 8:07 PM
May 156:30 AM8:07 PM13h 37m6:30 AM - 7:04 AM7:34 PM - 8:07 PM
May 166:29 AM8:08 PM13h 39m6:29 AM - 7:03 AM7:34 PM - 8:08 PM
May 176:29 AM8:09 PM13h 40m6:29 AM - 7:02 AM7:35 PM - 8:09 PM
May 186:28 AM8:09 PM13h 41m6:28 AM - 7:02 AM7:36 PM - 8:09 PM
May 196:28 AM8:10 PM13h 42m6:28 AM - 7:02 AM7:36 PM - 8:10 PM
May 206:27 AM8:11 PM13h 43m6:27 AM - 7:01 AM7:37 PM - 8:11 PM
May 216:27 AM8:11 PM13h 44m6:27 AM - 7:01 AM7:37 PM - 8:11 PM
May 226:26 AM8:12 PM13h 46m6:26 AM - 7:00 AM7:38 PM - 8:12 PM
May 236:26 AM8:12 PM13h 47m6:26 AM - 7:00 AM7:38 PM - 8:12 PM
May 246:25 AM8:13 PM13h 48m6:25 AM - 6:59 AM7:39 PM - 8:13 PM
May 256:25 AM8:14 PM13h 49m6:25 AM - 6:59 AM7:40 PM - 8:14 PM
May 266:25 AM8:14 PM13h 50m6:25 AM - 6:59 AM7:40 PM - 8:14 PM
May 276:24 AM8:15 PM13h 51m6:24 AM - 6:58 AM7:41 PM - 8:15 PM
May 286:24 AM8:15 PM13h 52m6:24 AM - 6:58 AM7:41 PM - 8:15 PM
May 296:23 AM8:16 PM13h 52m6:23 AM - 6:58 AM7:42 PM - 8:16 PM
May 306:23 AM8:17 PM13h 53m6:23 AM - 6:58 AM7:42 PM - 8:17 PM
May 316:23 AM8:17 PM13h 54m6:23 AM - 6:57 AM7:43 PM - 8:17 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

About sunrise and sunset in Houston 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 Houston, 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 Houston, Texas in May?

Today, the sun rises in Houston, Texas at 6:55 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Houston, Texas in May?

Today, the sun sets in Houston, Texas at 6:17 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Houston, Texas in May?

Today's daylight in Houston, Texas lasts about 11h 23m. As we move through May, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Houston, Texas?

Golden hour in Houston, 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.