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January in Tocumen brings very high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights dropping to 24°C (75°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tocumen typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Tocumen spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Tocumen spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Panama and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Panama in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Tocumen in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 27°C (81°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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