Midland 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 Midland, Texas throughout May 2026, displayed in local time. You can view how sunrise and sunset times change day by day across the entire month. During May, the region experiences moderate day lengths. Photographers and outdoor enthusiasts value the golden hour periods in May, when the sun's low angle creates warm, soft light. Understanding when these windows occur helps plan shoots and outdoor activities. Event planners and outdoor venue operators in Midland depend on May's sun time data to schedule activities and coordinate lighting. This information helps create better experiences for participants throughout the month. Each day in May brings slightly different sunrise and sunset times in Midland, Texas. While the changes may seem small day-to-day, they accumulate throughout the month, creating noticeable differences from the first to the last day. 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 Midland 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 21m later from the start to the end of the month.
  • Total daylight changes by 40m longer by month end.

Key May Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: May 1 at 7:04 AM
  • Latest sunrise: May 31 at 6:45 AM
  • Earliest sunset: May 1 at 8:28 PM
  • Latest sunset: May 31 at 8:49 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 40m from start to end of month

May averages

  • Average sunrise: 6:53 AM
  • Average sunset: 8:39 PM
  • Average day length: 13h 46m

Monthly Sun Trend Charts

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Daily Sun Times for May 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
May 17:04 AM8:28 PM13h 24m7:04 AM - 7:38 AM7:55 PM - 8:28 PM
May 27:03 AM8:29 PM13h 26m7:03 AM - 7:37 AM7:56 PM - 8:29 PM
May 37:02 AM8:30 PM13h 28m7:02 AM - 7:36 AM7:56 PM - 8:30 PM
May 47:01 AM8:31 PM13h 29m7:01 AM - 7:35 AM7:57 PM - 8:31 PM
May 57:00 AM8:31 PM13h 31m7:00 AM - 7:34 AM7:58 PM - 8:31 PM
May 67:00 AM8:32 PM13h 33m7:00 AM - 7:33 AM7:58 PM - 8:32 PM
May 76:59 AM8:33 PM13h 34m6:59 AM - 7:33 AM7:59 PM - 8:33 PM
May 86:58 AM8:33 PM13h 36m6:58 AM - 7:32 AM8:00 PM - 8:33 PM
May 96:57 AM8:34 PM13h 37m6:57 AM - 7:31 AM8:00 PM - 8:34 PM
May 106:56 AM8:35 PM13h 39m6:56 AM - 7:30 AM8:01 PM - 8:35 PM
May 116:55 AM8:36 PM13h 40m6:55 AM - 7:30 AM8:01 PM - 8:36 PM
May 126:55 AM8:36 PM13h 42m6:55 AM - 7:29 AM8:02 PM - 8:36 PM
May 136:54 AM8:37 PM13h 43m6:54 AM - 7:28 AM8:03 PM - 8:37 PM
May 146:53 AM8:38 PM13h 45m6:53 AM - 7:28 AM8:03 PM - 8:38 PM
May 156:53 AM8:39 PM13h 46m6:53 AM - 7:27 AM8:04 PM - 8:39 PM
May 166:52 AM8:39 PM13h 47m6:52 AM - 7:26 AM8:05 PM - 8:39 PM
May 176:51 AM8:40 PM13h 49m6:51 AM - 7:26 AM8:05 PM - 8:40 PM
May 186:51 AM8:41 PM13h 50m6:51 AM - 7:25 AM8:06 PM - 8:41 PM
May 196:50 AM8:41 PM13h 51m6:50 AM - 7:25 AM8:07 PM - 8:41 PM
May 206:49 AM8:42 PM13h 53m6:49 AM - 7:24 AM8:07 PM - 8:42 PM
May 216:49 AM8:43 PM13h 54m6:49 AM - 7:24 AM8:08 PM - 8:43 PM
May 226:48 AM8:43 PM13h 55m6:48 AM - 7:23 AM8:09 PM - 8:43 PM
May 236:48 AM8:44 PM13h 56m6:48 AM - 7:23 AM8:09 PM - 8:44 PM
May 246:47 AM8:45 PM13h 57m6:47 AM - 7:22 AM8:10 PM - 8:45 PM
May 256:47 AM8:45 PM13h 58m6:47 AM - 7:22 AM8:10 PM - 8:45 PM
May 266:46 AM8:46 PM14h 0m6:46 AM - 7:22 AM8:11 PM - 8:46 PM
May 276:46 AM8:47 PM14h 1m6:46 AM - 7:21 AM8:11 PM - 8:47 PM
May 286:46 AM8:47 PM14h 2m6:46 AM - 7:21 AM8:12 PM - 8:47 PM
May 296:45 AM8:48 PM14h 3m6:45 AM - 7:21 AM8:13 PM - 8:48 PM
May 306:45 AM8:48 PM14h 4m6:45 AM - 7:20 AM8:13 PM - 8:48 PM
May 316:45 AM8:49 PM14h 4m6:45 AM - 7:20 AM8:14 PM - 8:49 PM

Last updated: February 23, 2026

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

Today, the sun rises in Midland, Texas at 7:23 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Midland, Texas in May?

Today, the sun sets in Midland, Texas at 6:42 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

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

Today's daylight in Midland, Texas lasts about 11h 19m. As we move through May, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Midland, Texas?

Golden hour in Midland, 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.