GuatemalaThe weather in May in Panajachel
It's warm in May in Panajachel with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 16°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Panajachel. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Panajachel, Guatemala. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2016, Panajachel reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 514 mm of precipitation, spread over 31 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Panajachel
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Panajachel. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Panajachel | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 514 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 31 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Panajachel with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Panajachel is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Panajachel, Guatemala. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Panajachel
Temperature in May in Panajachel over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Panajachel, Guatemala. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Panajachel
Total precipitation in May in Panajachel over the years
Daily UV index in May in Panajachel
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Panajachel, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Panajachel by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Panajachel. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.