Panama · SpringMonth summary
Panama weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
94% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (8.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Panama in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Not the best window: 94% rain risk and 9.3h of sunshine. February is much safer.
By trip type
Panama in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Low season — 30°C and limited conditions. Upside: lower prices and few tourists Spring marks the start of the good season in Panama. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 94% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (8.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 24°C | 30°C | 32% | 1.4 | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ February | 24°C | 31°C | 22% | 0.8 | 11.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 24°C | 32°C | 34% | 1.0 | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ April | 24°C | 32°C | 65% | 3.9 | 11.4h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 25°C | 30°C | 94% | 9.2 | 9.3h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 24°C | 29°C | 98% | 10.5 | 8.6h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 24°C | 29°C | 95% | 11.4 | 7.9h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 24°C | 29°C | 95% | 10.1 | 8.4h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 24°C | 29°C | 98% | 10.2 | 8.4h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 24°C | 29°C | 95% | 10.2 | 9.5h | 6.9/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 24°C | 28°C | 92% | 10.9 | 8.8h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 24°C | 30°C | 62% | 3.9 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Panama averages 30°C, 94% rainy days and 9.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.2/10.
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Comparison
May vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -72%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Panama in May
Is May a good time to visit Panama?
May is an acceptable time for Panama (score 6.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider February (8.1/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Panama in May?
Yes, 94% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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