What Month is May?

May is the fifth month of the year

May, is the 5th month of the Gregorian calendar, coming after April and before June.

May gets its name from Maia, an ancient Roman goddess associated with growth, fertility, and the earth. Maia was linked to the increasing warmth and flourishing plants of late spring, making her a fitting namesake for the month.

The Romans honored her during this time with offerings and festivals meant to encourage abundance and renewal. As the Roman calendar influenced later cultures, the month came to be known as Maius, eventually becoming May in modern English.

Learn more about the 12 months of the year.

Details About May

Days
31 days
Weeks
4 weeks & 3 days
Hours
744 hours
Quarter
Q2

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How to Pronounce May

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May 2026 Calendar

     
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Key Dates in May

May Symbols

The birthstone for May is the Emerald. The birth flowers for May are the carnation and snowdrop, symbolizing love, hope, purity, and fresh beginnings.

May Zodiac Signs

  • ♉ Taurus (Bull): April 21 - May 21
  • ♊ Gemini (Twins): May 22 - June 21

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