Herrera Weather in May

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

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Chitré

Planning a trip to Herrera, Panama this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Herrera in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Chitré. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Herrera, Panama, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 287 mm (11 in) in Chitré.

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Best Places to Visit in Herrera in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Herrera

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Herrera, Panama?

Chitré

In May Chitré generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
287 mm (11 in)
338 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
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Climate in Chitré →

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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.

Herrera weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Herrera, Panama in May. The popular destination of Chitré averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

In Chitré, the average daytime high in May is 32°C (90°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Herrera, Panama, with Chitré averaging around 287 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Herrera, Panama?

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

Generally speaking, January provides pleasant weather in Chitré. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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