May weather forecast
Puerto Obaldia, Panama

In May, Puerto Obaldia reveals its full-blown tropical personality with typical weather conditions. May carries forward the climate exhibited in April, albeit with enhanced intensity. A sweeping wave of rainfall occurs in where the precipitation peaks at 257mm (10.12"). This considerable increase in rainfall marks May as one of the year's wettest months. Despite the ceaseless downpour, temperatures remain friendly, making May a prime representation of tropical climate characteristics.

Temperature

Entering May in Puerto Obaldia, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still tropical 30°C (86°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from April's 31°C (87.8°F). Puerto Obaldia encounters an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) during May nights.

Rainfall

In May, in Puerto Obaldia, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout May, 257mm (10.12") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 2184mm (85.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

May through October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Puerto Obaldia.
Note: Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is perceived as agreeably warm, making all water activities enjoyable without the risk of discomfort over lengthy durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Puerto Obaldia is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:25 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Puerto Obaldia is 5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 12 in May translates into these instructions:
Utilize every vital safety procedure. Individuals with light skin may endure burns in less than 5 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.