Bocas del Toro

Solarte Island Weather in May

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

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Bocas del Toro

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

What to Expect in Solarte Island in May

Solarte Island, Panama is a region in Panama. May in Solarte Island generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Bocas del Toro. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 300 mm (12 in) in Bocas del Toro.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Bocas del Toro as an example - it receives around 160 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Solarte Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Solarte Island - and find the best time to visit. (based on Bocas del Toro)

January28°C (82°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Solarte Island in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Solarte Island.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 Solarte Island

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

Bocas del Toro

In May Bocas del Toro generally has 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 less favorable that month.

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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 sun hours
220 hours
160 hours
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Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
300 mm (12 in)
299 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Solarte Island, 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.

Solarte Island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Solarte Island, Panama in May?

Expect less favorable weather across Solarte Island, Panama in May. The popular destination of Bocas del Toro averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Solarte Island, Panama in May?

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

Does Solarte Island, Panama get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Bocas del Toro records an average of 300 mm (12 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Solarte Island, Panama.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Solarte Island, Panama?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Bocas del Toro, May may not be the ideal time to visit Solarte Island, Panama.

Generally speaking, February and March provide very good weather in Bocas del Toro. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Solarte Island.

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