May is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Panama. May is an excellent month for swimming in Panama with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Panama in the months of January, February, March, April, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
The average maximum temperature in Panama in May is 31°. The average maximum temperature is 31° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in Panama in May is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 28° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Panama in May is 25°. The minimum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Panama in May are 12.6 and there are 5 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Panama in May is typically 13.9 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Panama in May is 25.4° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Panama in May is 0.5cm and on average there are 11.5 rainy days in May making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Panama in May is 25° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 24° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Panama in May is typically 91.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.8% in the previous month and 92% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Panama in May is typically 78.6%. The average relative humidity is 75.3% in the previous month and 79.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Panama in May is typically 15kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Panama in May is typically 5kmh. The average wind speed is 6kmh in the previous month and 5kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Panama in May is from the West.
