May weather forecastColon, Panama

May

Weather in May

May marks the commencement of Colon’s wet season with a significant rise in precipitation to 274mm (10.79"). Weather patterns change dramatically, with frequent rain showers becoming the norm. Despite the increase in rainfall, maximum temperatures increase slightly, fostering a distinctively humid climate. May offers several daylight hours, although cloud cover can offset the potential sunshine periods. The sea remains warm, unaffected by the surging rains.

Temperature

The warmest period in Colon falls in May and September, when the average high-temperature reaches 31°C (87.8°F).

Rainfall

In Colon, in May, 274mm (10.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. During the entire year, Colon aggregates up to 3466mm (136.46") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Colon, Panama, the average seawater temperature in May is 28.8°C (83.8°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water-related activities in temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered highly enjoyable and satisfying for longer durations without uneasiness.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Colon is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of May, in Colon, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:36 EST.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The months of May and September bring the highest temperatures, averaging a high of 31°C (87.8°F).

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F) and a low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).

Throughout May, in Colon, 274mm (10.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

In May, the average sea temperature in Colon, Panama, is 28.8°C (83.8°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

In May, the average day length in Colon, Panama, is 12h and 33min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, in Colon, Panama, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:36 EST.

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Average temperature in May
Colon, Panama

Average high temperature in May: 31°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and September (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March, July, August, November and December (29°C).

Average low temperature in May: 24°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are October and November (23°C).

Average rainfall in May
Colon, Panama

Average rainfall in May: 274mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (620mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (36mm).

Average sea temperature in May
Colon, Panama

Average sea temperature in May: 28.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (29.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.7°C).

Average daylight in May
Colon, Panama

Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).