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Panama Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Panama in August.

Thinking about venturing to Panama this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Panama in August

August in Panama generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Cerro Punta at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Chitré at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Chitré and 18°C (64°F) in Cerro Punta. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Panama, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Bocatorito with an average of 246 mm (9.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Las Lajas with 549 mm (22 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Panama City gets around 120 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Panama in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Panama.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Panama

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Panama?

Temperature range in Panama (August)

Precipitation variation in Panama (August)

Panama City

In August Panama City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
108 hours
120 hours
100 hours
Monthly rainfall
278 mm (11 in)
274 mm (11 in)
272 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Bocas del Toro

In August Bocas del Toro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
150 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
347 mm (14 in)
285 mm (11 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
23 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Boquete

In August Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
150 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
350 mm (14 in)
371 mm (15 in)
398 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
24 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Bastimentos

In August Bastimentos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
150 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
372 mm (15 in)
306 mm (12 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
23 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Playa Blanca

In August Playa Blanca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
235 mm (9.3 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Panama in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Panama City 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 274 mm (11 in)
Bocas del Toro 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 285 mm (11 in)
Boquete 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 371 mm (15 in)
Contadora 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 313 mm (12 in)
Santa Catalina 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 397 mm (16 in)
David 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 413 mm (16 in)

Panama weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Panama in August?

In August, Panama generally has poor weather conditions. Panama City sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Panama in August?

Panama City averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Panama get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Panama City records an average of 274 mm (11 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Panama.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Panama?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Panama City, August may not be the ideal time to visit Panama.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and March offering mostly pleasant weather in Panama City. The weather in May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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