Panama in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Panama in may 2024
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Panama. These predictions are statistics for may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in may in Panama City
very bad weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
79°F
Partly Cloudy
43% of time
24%
11%
9%
Weather at 12pm
86°F
Heavy rain
42% of time
39%
10%
6%
Weather at 6pm
81°F
Heavy rain
56% of time
35%
6%
3%
Weather at 3am
77°F
32%
29%
13%
12%
Where to go in Panama in may?
Where to go in Panama in may: destination map
Where to go in each region in may?
| Central of Panama (Panama City, Penonomé, Colón...) | 86°F to 88°F | 18 à 26 days | 85°F | very bad weather* |
| East of Panama (San Blas Islands, Playón Chico, Mulatupo...) | 83°F to 85°F | 17 à 26 days | 85°F | tolerable weather* |
| West of Panama (Bocas Del Toro, David, Chitré...) | 79°F to 90°F | 17 à 26 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
Where should you go in Panama in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Panama in may ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
That month is not the best month to go to in Panama. The weather in Bocas Del Toro, El Porvenir, San Blas Islands and Panama City is quite correct. The sun is not there all the time and you risk you to be soaked by rain frequently. Nevertheless, if you don't plan a beach and sun travel but rather cultural visits or hiking, this climate may be good enough for you. In addition, there are certainly fewer tourists this month.
It's even worse in Hicaco Island, Anton, Los Santos (Las Tablas), Gamboa, Taboga island, Boquete and Contadora island and surrounding areas where the climate is very bad. It is not advisable to visit these areas this month.
Climate in Panama in may
Climate in Panama City in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Panama City is 83°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is burning in that area in the month of may. With 21.5in over 24 days, the weather is rather to rain for your vacations. Remember to pack clothes for rain.
With a correct weather, may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality in Panama.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 21.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 24 day(s) (76%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 49% | ||
| Length of day | 12:32 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Bocas Del Toro in may
In may, the mean temperature in Bocas Del Toro is 83°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very warm in this city in this month. With 11.5in over 17 days, rainfall can happen during your holidays. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, the month of may is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 11.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (54%) | ||
| Humidity | 78% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 36% | ||
| Length of day | 12:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Chitré in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is burning in that locality in this month. With 13in over 20 days, the weather is rather to rain during your trip. Consider to pack Rain coats.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 20 day(s) (65%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 12:30 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Colón in may
In may, the mean temperature in Colón is 83°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is burning here in may. With 11in over 19 days, you will suffer the rain during your holidays. So remember to bring adapted clothes.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 11in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (60%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 48% | ||
| Length of day | 12:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in David in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is burning in this location in this month. With 15in over 19 days, rain is to be feared for your stay. Consider to pack adapted clothes.
With proper weather, may is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 15in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (63%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 40% | ||
| Length of day | 12:30 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Panama in may
| Panama City in may | very bad weather |
| Bocas Del Toro in may | tolerable weather |
| Chitré in may | tolerable weather |
| Colón in may | tolerable weather |
| David in may | tolerable weather |
| San Blas Islands in may | tolerable weather |
| Mulatupo in may | bad weather |
| Penonomé in may | tolerable weather |
| Playón Chico in may | bad weather |
| Anton in may | tolerable weather |
| Boquete in may | tolerable weather |
| El Porvenir in may | tolerable weather |
| Gamboa in may | very bad weather |
| Contadora island in may | very bad weather |
| Taboga island in may | very bad weather |
| Los Santos (Las Tablas) in may | tolerable weather |
| Hicacos Peninsula in may | very bad weather |
| Aguadulce in may | tolerable weather |
| Arraijan in may | very bad weather |
| Buabidi in may | bad weather |
| Chame in may | bad weather |
Weather data for Panama in may:
Weather data for Panama in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Panama. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Panama can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Panama.