May 2026 at a Glance
May 2026 has 31 days. It begins on a Friday and ends on a Sunday, with 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Month | May |
| Month Number | 5 |
| Year | 2026 |
| Total Days | 31 |
| Weeks | 4 weeks + 3 days |
| Calendar Weeks (rows) | 6 |
| Weekdays | 21 |
| Weekend Days | 10 |
| Mondays | 4 |
| Tuesdays | 4 |
| Wednesdays | 4 |
| Thursdays | 4 |
| Fridays | 5 |
| Saturdays | 5 |
| Sundays | 5 |
| Month Starts | Friday |
| Month Ends | Sunday |
| Quarter | Q2 (Apr to Jun) |
| Days Passed | 31 |
| Days Remaining | 0 |
| Month Completed | 100% (completed) |
| Total Holidays | 42 |
| Public Holidays | 1 |
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Holidays and Long Weekends in May 2026
May 2026 includes 1 US federal holiday. Memorial Day falls on Monday, May 25, giving a 3-day weekend.
Notable state observances and regional holidays this month include Truman Day on May 8, Mother's Day on May 10, and Primary Election Day on May 12.
Week Numbers in May 2026
May 2026 spans ISO weeks 18 through 22.
| ISO week | Dates in May | Days | Working days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 18 | May 1 to 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Week 19 | May 4 to 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Week 20 | May 11 to 17 | 7 | 5 |
| Week 21 | May 18 to 24 | 7 | 5 |
| Week 22 | May 25 to 31 | 7 | 4 |
How Many Working Days Are in May 2026?
May 2026 has 31 days in total: 21 weekdays and 10 weekend days. 1 US federal day off falls on a weekday: Memorial Day (May 25). That leaves 20 working days in the month.
The month begins on a Friday and ends on a Sunday. It falls in Q2, the second quarter of 2026.
Weekend Dates in May 2026
Saturdays fall on May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Sundays fall on May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. That gives 10 weekend days to plan around. There are five Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays in May 2026.
May 2026 Calendar Layout
The calendar above runs 31 days from May 1, a Friday, to May 31, a Sunday, and fills 6 calendar rows. The same dates land on the same weekdays in May 2015, May 2020, May 2037 and May 2043, so those months print as an identical grid. Holiday dates still move, so check the holiday list on this page before reusing one.
Download the May 2026 calendar as a PDF for printing or a PNG for screens. Both fit US Letter and A4 without changing margins. No sign up, no watermark, no email.
USA Holidays and Observances – May 2026
| May 01 | First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month | May 01 | First Day of Jewish American Heritage Month | May 01 | First Day of Military Appreciation Month |
| May 01 | Kentucky Oaks | May 01 | Law Day | May 01 | Lei Day |
| May 01 | Loyalty Day | May 02 | Kentucky Derby | May 02 | National Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Day |
| May 04 | Kent State Shootings Remembrance | May 04 | Rhode Island Independence Day | May 05 | Cinco de Mayo |
| May 05 | Lag BaOmer | May 05 | National Teacher Appreciation Day | May 06 | National Nurses Day |
| May 07 | National Day of Prayer | May 07 | West Virginia Day of Prayer | May 08 | Military Spouse Appreciation Day |
| May 08 | Native American Day | May 08 | Truman Day | May 08 | Victory in Europe Day |
| May 10 | Mother's Day | May 12 | Primary Election Day | May 14 | Ascension Day |
| May 15 | National Defense Transportation Day | May 15 | Peace Officers Memorial Day | May 16 | Armed Forces Day |
| May 16 | Preakness Stakes | May 16 | Public Lands Day | May 20 | Emergency Medical Services for Children Day |
| May 22 | Harvey Milk Day | May 22 | National Maritime Day | May 22 | Shavuot |
| May 24 | Pentecost | May 25 | Memorial Day | May 25 | National Missing Children's Day |
| May 25 | Whit Monday | May 27 | Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) | May 31 | Trinity Sunday |
May 2026 Calendar FAQ
How many days are in May 2026?
May 2026 has 31 days. It runs from May 1 (a Friday) to May 31 (a Sunday).
What day of the week is May 1, 2026?
May 1, 2026 falls on a Friday.
How many weekends are in May 2026?
May 2026 has 10 weekend days: 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays. Saturdays fall on May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Sundays fall on May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31.
How many working days are in May 2026?
May 2026 has 21 weekdays. 1 US federal day off falls on a weekday: Memorial Day (May 25). That leaves 20 working days.
What holidays are in May 2026?
May 2026 has 1 US federal holiday: Memorial Day on Monday, May 25.
Which week numbers cover May 2026?
May 2026 starts in ISO week 18 and ends in ISO week 22.
Does any other year have the same May calendar as 2026?
Yes. May 2026 starts on a Friday and has 31 days, which is the same layout as May 2015, May 2020, May 2037 and May 2043. The dates line up with the same weekdays, so the grid is identical. Holiday dates can still differ.
Is the May 2026 calendar free to download?
Yes. The May 2026 calendar downloads free as a PDF or a PNG. There is no sign up, no watermark, and no email required.
