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Punta Chame Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Punta Chame.
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Climate overview of Punta Chame
Punta Chame, Panama, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30°C (86°F), peaking in April at 31°C (88°F) and dipping in November to 30°C (86°F).
With around 1974 mm (78 in) of annual rainfall, Punta Chame has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has distinct dry (January to March) and wet (May to November) seasons. The wettest month is July. February is the sunniest month, averaging 8.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Punta Chame Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Punta Chame - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Punta Chame
With minimal seasonal shifts, Punta Chame experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in April. In November, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 30°C (86°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in April to 24°C (75°F) in November.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Punta Chame
Punta Chame has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1974 mm (78 in) of rainfall per year. Punta Chame can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 257 mm (10 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 15 mm (0.6 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Punta Chame Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Punta Chame
Punta Chame can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of February under a blue sky, with approximately 8.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in September, with only 3.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Panama City, Panama (39 KM, 24 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Panama City, Panama (39 KM, 24 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Punta Chame
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Punta Chame in January, February and March. Conditions are usually least favourable in May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very good
Feb
very good
Mar
very good
Apr
good
May
very wet
Jun
very wet
Jul
very wet
Aug
very wet
Sep
very wet
Oct
very wet
Nov
very wet
Dec
mixed
- Best overall: January, February and March
- Warmest weather: all year round
- Most sunshine: February
- Fewest rainy days: February and March
- Seasonal pattern: Distinct dry (January to March) and wet (May to November) seasons
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Punta Chame
What is the best time to visit Punta Chame?
January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Punta Chame. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions. Punta Chame has distinct dry (January to March) and wet (May to November) seasons.
What temperatures can I expect in Punta Chame?
Daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in November to 31°C (88°F) in April. Nighttime lows range from 24°C (75°F) to 25°C (77°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does Punta Chame get?
Annual rainfall is around 1974 mm (78 in). July is the wettest month with 257 mm (10 in), while February is the driest with 15 mm (0.6 in).
How sunny is Punta Chame?
Punta Chame receives around 1,748 hours of sunshine per year. February is the sunniest month with 247 hours, while September is the cloudiest with just 100 hours.
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