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Tocumen weather in December (Panama, Panama)

Planning a trip to Tocumen in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Tocumen generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Tocumen in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 175 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tocumen climate page with graphs.

 

Tocumen, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 175 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Panama in December

Find out more about the weather in Panama in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tocumen in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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