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Panama Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages
Monthly climate averages for Panama, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.
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Climate overview of Panama
Temperatures range from 32°C (90°F) during the daytime to 21°C (70°F) in the evening. These temperatures are found practically year-round. However temperatures can vary according to geography.
The climate is less tropical at higher ground. In mountain areas the average annual temperature ranges from 10°C (50°F) to 19°C (66°F). Humidity is always very high at about 80 percent. The rainy season takes place between October and November and the best months to visit are December until March.
Popular cities by month
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Panama City
Bocas del Toro
Boquete
Contadora
Santa Catalina
David
Day temperature (°C)
Monthly rainfall (mm)
Monthly sunshine (hours)
Climate map
Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.
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Regional climate differences
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Panama
24°C (75°F) – 31°C (88°F)
2095 mm (82 in)
/ year
1,748 hours
/ year
Based on Panama City
Bocas del Toro
24°C (75°F) – 30°C (86°F)
3133 mm (123 in)
/ year
2,259 hours
/ year
Based on Bocas del Toro
Chiriqui
17°C (63°F) – 27°C (81°F)
3455 mm (136 in)
/ year
2,259 hours
/ year
Based on Boquete
Veraguas
24°C (75°F) – 33°C (91°F)
3218 mm (127 in)
/ year
Based on Santa Catalina
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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.
| Panama City | 29°C (84°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 24°C (75°F) – 25°C (77°F) | 2095 mm (82 in) | 1,748 hours |
| Bocas del Toro | 28°C (82°F) – 30°C (86°F) | 24°C (75°F) – 25°C (77°F) | 3133 mm (123 in) | 2,259 hours |
| Boquete | 25°C (77°F) – 27°C (81°F) | 17°C (63°F) – 19°C (66°F) | 3455 mm (136 in) | 2,259 hours |
| Contadora | 29°C (84°F) – 29°C (84°F) | 25°C (77°F) – 26°C (79°F) | 2375 mm (94 in) | 1,797 hours |
| Santa Catalina | 29°C (84°F) – 33°C (91°F) | 24°C (75°F) – 26°C (79°F) | 3218 mm (127 in) | — |
| David | 29°C (84°F) – 33°C (91°F) | 21°C (70°F) – 23°C (73°F) | 3517 mm (138 in) | 2,259 hours |
FAQ
What is the best time to visit Panama?
The warmest month in Santa Catalina is March, with daytime highs of 33°C (91°F). Boquete is the sunniest destination, with 275 hours of sunshine in January. Panama has distinct dry (January to March) and wet (May to November) seasons. Explore Panama weather by month for a detailed breakdown.
What temperatures can I expect in Panama?
Santa Catalina is the warmest destination, reaching 33°C (91°F) in March with nights around 26°C (79°F). Cerro Punta is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 24°C (75°F) and nights dropping to 16°C (61°F). Temperatures are relatively stable throughout the year. See the city comparison for a full overview.
How much rain does Panama get?
Rainfall varies across Panama. Volcán is the wettest, receiving 4142 mm (163 in) per year, with October the wettest month at 571 mm (22 in). Contadora is the driest at 2375 mm (94 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.
How sunny is Panama?
Boquete is the sunniest destination in Panama, enjoying 2,259 hours of sunshine per year, with January the brightest month at 275 hours. Overall, Panama enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.
What is the climate like across Panama?
Panama City has very warm summers reaching 31°C (88°F) in April and warm winters dropping to 29°C (84°F), with 1,748 hours of sunshine and 2095 mm (82 in) of rain per year. Bocas del Toro has very warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in June and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 2,259 hours of sunshine and 3133 mm (123 in) of rain per year. Boquete has warm summers reaching 27°C (81°F) in April and warm winters dropping to 25°C (77°F), with 2,259 hours of sunshine and 3455 mm (136 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.
Places in Panama
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Popular cities
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- Carenero
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- Contadora
- Copecito
- David
- El Porvenir
- Gamboa
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- La Laguna
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- Mamartupo
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- Panama City
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- Pedasí
- Playa Blanca
- Playa Bonita Village
- Playa Coronado
- Portobelo
- Punta Chame
- Punta Laurel
- Río Hato
- San Carlos
- Santa Catalina
- Santa Clara
- Solarte
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