Oklahoma City Sunrise & Sunset in May 2026

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Last updated: January 13, 2026

This page shows daily sunrise and sunset times for Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 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.

Key May Statistics

  • Earliest sunrise: May 1 at 6:40 AM
  • Latest sunrise: May 31 at 6:18 AM
  • Earliest sunset: May 1 at 8:16 PM
  • Latest sunset: May 31 at 8:39 PM
  • Day length change: +0h 47m from start to end of month

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Daily Sun Times for May 2026

DateSunriseSunsetDay LengthMorning Golden HourEvening Golden Hour
May 16:40 AM8:16 PM13h 35m6:40 AM - 7:15 AM7:41 PM - 8:16 PM
May 26:39 AM8:17 PM13h 37m6:39 AM - 7:14 AM7:42 PM - 8:17 PM
May 36:38 AM8:17 PM13h 39m6:38 AM - 7:13 AM7:42 PM - 8:17 PM
May 46:37 AM8:18 PM13h 41m6:37 AM - 7:12 AM7:43 PM - 8:18 PM
May 56:36 AM8:19 PM13h 43m6:36 AM - 7:11 AM7:44 PM - 8:19 PM
May 66:35 AM8:20 PM13h 45m6:35 AM - 7:10 AM7:45 PM - 8:20 PM
May 76:34 AM8:21 PM13h 47m6:34 AM - 7:10 AM7:45 PM - 8:21 PM
May 86:33 AM8:22 PM13h 48m6:33 AM - 7:09 AM7:46 PM - 8:22 PM
May 96:32 AM8:22 PM13h 50m6:32 AM - 7:08 AM7:47 PM - 8:22 PM
May 106:31 AM8:23 PM13h 52m6:31 AM - 7:07 AM7:48 PM - 8:23 PM
May 116:30 AM8:24 PM13h 54m6:30 AM - 7:06 AM7:48 PM - 8:24 PM
May 126:30 AM8:25 PM13h 55m6:30 AM - 7:05 AM7:49 PM - 8:25 PM
May 136:29 AM8:26 PM13h 57m6:29 AM - 7:05 AM7:50 PM - 8:26 PM
May 146:28 AM8:27 PM13h 59m6:28 AM - 7:04 AM7:51 PM - 8:27 PM
May 156:27 AM8:27 PM14h 0m6:27 AM - 7:03 AM7:51 PM - 8:27 PM
May 166:26 AM8:28 PM14h 2m6:26 AM - 7:02 AM7:52 PM - 8:28 PM
May 176:26 AM8:29 PM14h 3m6:26 AM - 7:02 AM7:53 PM - 8:29 PM
May 186:25 AM8:30 PM14h 5m6:25 AM - 7:01 AM7:54 PM - 8:30 PM
May 196:24 AM8:31 PM14h 6m6:24 AM - 7:01 AM7:54 PM - 8:31 PM
May 206:24 AM8:31 PM14h 8m6:24 AM - 7:00 AM7:55 PM - 8:31 PM
May 216:23 AM8:32 PM14h 9m6:23 AM - 6:59 AM7:56 PM - 8:32 PM
May 226:22 AM8:33 PM14h 11m6:22 AM - 6:59 AM7:56 PM - 8:33 PM
May 236:22 AM8:34 PM14h 12m6:22 AM - 6:58 AM7:57 PM - 8:34 PM
May 246:21 AM8:34 PM14h 13m6:21 AM - 6:58 AM7:58 PM - 8:34 PM
May 256:21 AM8:35 PM14h 15m6:21 AM - 6:57 AM7:58 PM - 8:35 PM
May 266:20 AM8:36 PM14h 16m6:20 AM - 6:57 AM7:59 PM - 8:36 PM
May 276:20 AM8:37 PM14h 17m6:20 AM - 6:56 AM8:00 PM - 8:37 PM
May 286:19 AM8:37 PM14h 18m6:19 AM - 6:56 AM8:00 PM - 8:37 PM
May 296:19 AM8:38 PM14h 19m6:19 AM - 6:56 AM8:01 PM - 8:38 PM
May 306:18 AM8:39 PM14h 21m6:18 AM - 6:55 AM8:02 PM - 8:39 PM
May 316:18 AM8:39 PM14h 22m6:18 AM - 6:55 AM8:02 PM - 8:39 PM

Last updated: January 13, 2026

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About sunrise and sunset in Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in May?

Today, the sun rises in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at 7:40 AM local time. Sunrise shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

What time is sunset in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in May?

Today, the sun sets in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at 5:39 PM local time. Sunset shifts slightly each day throughout May, so check this page for the latest times.

How long is the day in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in May?

Today's daylight in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma lasts about 9h 59m. As we move through May, day length changes gradually, and this page updates daily with new values.

What is golden hour in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma?

Golden hour in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 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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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.