Panama
May
Weather in Panama for May 2025
Your guide to Panama weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Panama at the beginning of May is 31.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 29.3 °C by the end of May.
Panama experiences an exceptionally high level of rainfall in May, with more than 24 rainy days on average.
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4
Dry days
27
Rainy days
0
Snow days
31°/24°
Temperatures
10 km/h
Avg max wind
83 %
Avg humidity
Panama in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  31° | 2  31° | 3 31° | 4  31° | |||
| 5  32° | 6 33° | 7 32° | 8 31° | 9 31° | 10 29° | 11 31° |
| 12 31° | 13 32° | 14 31° | 15 30° | 16 28° | 17 31° | 18  31° |
| 19 31° | 20 30° | 21 29° | 22 30° | 23 30° | 24 29° | 25 29° |
| 26 31° | 27 29° | 28 29° | 29 30° | 30 28° | 31 29° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Panama
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 31° /23° | 9 mm | 7 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /23° | 4.6 mm | 7 | |
| 3 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 31° /24° | 2.6 mm | 7 | |
| 4 May | Overcast | 31° /23° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 5 May | Cloudy | 32° /24° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 6 May | Cloudy | 33° /23° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
| 7 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 32° /24° | 3.4 mm | 7 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /24° | 11.1 mm | 7 | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /23° | 3.3 mm | 7 | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /24° | 7.3 mm | 7 | |
| 11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 31° /24° | 7.3 mm | 7 | |
| 12 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 31° /24° | 7.4 mm | 7 | |
| 13 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 32° /24° | 9.5 mm | 7 | |
| 14 May | Moderate rain at times | 31° /24° | 6.1 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /24° | 12.6 mm | 7 | |
| 16 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /24° | 20.8 mm | 6 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /23° | 0.5 mm | 7 | |
| 18 May | Heavy rain at times | 31° /23° | 8.1 mm | 7 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /24° | 9.5 mm | 7 | |
| 20 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /24° | 26.6 mm | 7 | |
| 21 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /24° | 22.4 mm | 7 | |
| 22 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /23° | 13.2 mm | 7 | |
| 23 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /23° | 7.3 mm | 7 | |
| 24 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /23° | 7.7 mm | 7 | |
| 25 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /23° | 11 mm | 7 | |
| 26 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 31° /24° | 15.7 mm | 7 | |
| 27 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /24° | 8.5 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /24° | 14.2 mm | 6 | |
| 29 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /23° | 15 mm | 7 | |
| 30 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /24° | 11.9 mm | 6 | |
| 31 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /23° | 3 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Panama in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Panama forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Panama in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Panama during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 31° and lows near 24°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Panama during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 483.7 mm is expected in Panama during May, occurring over more than 27 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Panama during May?
The average wind speed in Panama during May is 10 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Panama in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Panama in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Panama, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Lightweight Clothing: T-shirts, blouses, shorts, skirts
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Sandals/Flip-flops: Comfortable for warm climates
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
- Personal Items
- Sunscreen: High SPF for sunny destinations
- Lip Balm with SPF: To protect against chapped lips
- Insect Repellent: For destinations with mosquitos or other insects
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