Chiriqui Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chiriqui, Panama in May.

Thinking about venturing to Chiriqui, Panama this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Chiriqui in May

Chiriqui, Panama is a region in Panama. May in Chiriqui generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Cerro Punta at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Boca Chica at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Boca Chica and 18°C (64°F) in Cerro Punta.

To explore the conditions in Chiriqui, Panama in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Boquete with an average of 393 mm (15 in) to heavy rainfall in Las Lajas with 513 mm (20 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Boquete gets around 160 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Chiriqui by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chiriqui — and find the best time to visit. (based on Boquete)

Best Places to Visit in Chiriqui in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Chiriqui

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Temperature range in Chiriqui (May)

Precipitation variation in Chiriqui (May)

Boquete

In May Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
160 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
393 mm (15 in)
376 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
20 days
22 days
Weather conditions

David

In May David generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
160 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
407 mm (16 in)
415 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
18 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Cerro Punta

In May Cerro Punta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
160 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
433 mm (17 in)
409 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Volcán

In May Volcán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
160 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
227 mm (8.9 in)
480 mm (19 in)
467 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Alto Boquete

In May Alto Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
160 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
191 mm (7.5 in)
402 mm (16 in)
387 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
20 days
22 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Panama May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Panama in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest May day in Panama brought 268 mm (11 in) in Volcán on May 5, 2017.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chiriqui in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Boquete 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 393 mm (15 in)
David 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 407 mm (16 in)
Cerro Punta 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 433 mm (17 in)
Volcán 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 480 mm (19 in)
Alto Boquete 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 402 mm (16 in)
Boca Chica 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 456 mm (18 in)

Chiriqui weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chiriqui, Panama in May?

In May, Chiriqui, Panama generally has poor weather conditions. Boquete sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Chiriqui, Panama in May?

Daytime temperatures in Boquete peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in May, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

Does Chiriqui, Panama get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Chiriqui, Panama peaks during May. Boquete averages roughly 393 mm (15 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chiriqui, Panama?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Boquete, May may not be the ideal time to visit Chiriqui, Panama.

On average, the best time to visit Chiriqui, Panama is in January, February and March with generally perfect weather in Boquete. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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