Panama City Climate by Month

In Panama city the daytime temperatures are always around or slightly above 30°C and the thermometer drops at night no lower than between 22°C and 24°C.

Nevertheless, the city experiences different seasons. Not four seasons as like in the northern parts of the world, but is has a dry season which runs from late December to late April. And a real rainy season which begins in May and sometimes comes to an end in December. In this period, large amounts of rain fall in Panama City.

Panama is a year-round destination. However the dry season is generally considered the best time to visit. It can be a bit busy during this period so it is recommended to book a place to stay in advance.

The graphs below provide an overview of the climate in Panama City (Panama), Panama. They present long-term patterns and averages of weather conditions over a 30-year period.

The best time of year to visit Panama City in Panama

Panama City has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 30°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February and March.

Other facts from our historical weather data:

Does Panama City have a dry season?
Yes, the months of February and March are very dry.

Which is the hottest month in Panama City?
April has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.

Which is the coolest month in Panama City?
The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.

Which is the wettest month in Panama City?
July tops the wettest month list with 278 mm of rainfall.

Which is the driest month in Panama City?
February is the driest month with 17 mm of precipitation.

Which is the sunniest month in Panama City?
February is the sunniest month with an average of 247 hours of sunshine.

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