Bastimentos weather in May (Bocas del Toro, Panama)

Curious about the May weather in Bastimentos? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Bastimentos typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 85°F (show in °C), while night temperatures can drop to 78°F. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Bastimentos in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 12 inches (show in mm) for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area enjoys a balanced 160 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Bastimentos. February, March and April generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bastimentos climate page with graphs.

 

Bastimentos, monthly averages in May

Show in Celsius
Min Temperature 77.7°F  
Max Temperature 85.3°F  
Chance of Rain 59%  
Precipitation 12 inches  
Rainy days 18 days  
Humidity 80% *  
Sunshine 160 hours *  
Percentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Boquete, Panama (67 KM, 41 Miles).

Where to go in Panama in May

Find out more about the weather in Panama in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20-29ºC / 68-84ºF and not too much precipitation (less than 90mm / 3.5inches a month).

So, what should you wear in Bastimentos in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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