Cocle Weather in May

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

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Playa Blanca Río Hato Santa Clara

Thinking about venturing to Cocle, 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 Cocle in May

Cocle, Panama is a region in Panama. May in Cocle generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Playa Blanca. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cocle, Panama, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Playa Blanca with an average of 186 mm (7.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Río Hato with 198 mm (7.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Cocle in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Cocle

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Cocle, Panama?

Temperature range in Cocle (May)

Precipitation variation in Cocle (May)

Playa Blanca

In May Playa Blanca generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
248 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Playa Blanca →

Río Hato

In May Río Hato generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Río Hato →

Santa Clara

In May Santa Clara generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
253 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Santa Clara →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cocle, in Panama.

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 Cocle in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Playa Blanca 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Río Hato 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Santa Clara 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)

Cocle weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Cocle, Panama brings poor weather. In Playa Blanca, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Playa Blanca peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in May, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Cocle, Panama peaks during May. Playa Blanca averages roughly 186 mm (7.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Cocle, Panama?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Playa Blanca, May may not be the ideal time to visit Cocle, Panama.

Generally speaking, January, February and March provide pleasant weather in Playa Blanca. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September and November tend to be poor.

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