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The weather in May in Panama
It's hot in May in Panama with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 26°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Panama. 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 Panama. 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 36°C in 2023, Panama reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 392 mm of precipitation, spread over 31 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Panama
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Panama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Panama | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 392 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 31 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Panama with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 32°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Panama is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°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.
The hurricane season in Panama runs from June to November.
Check out the climate of Panama for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Panama is based on weather data from Panama City. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Panama to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Panama. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Panama
Temperature in May in Panama over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Panama. 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 Panama
Total precipitation in May in Panama over the years
Daily UV index in May in Panama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Panama, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Panama
The weather in May in Panama is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Panama? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The only downside was the high humidity which made it stuffy at times. Overall, the temperature was pleasantly tropical.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Panama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Panama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.