Cerro Punta weather in May (Chiriqui, Panama)

What's the typical weather in Cerro Punta for May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Cerro Punta includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C.

Precipitation

Cerro Punta in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 433 mm for the month. This month experiences about 20 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 160 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Cerro Punta. February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Cerro Punta, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 433 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 160 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Boquete, Panama (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Panama in May

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

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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