Gamboa weather in May (Panama)

What kind of weather does May bring to Gamboa? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

May in Gamboa generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 25°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Gamboa in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 282 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 110 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Gamboa. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gamboa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 282 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 110 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Panama City, Panama (24 KM, 15 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Gamboa.

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