Weather in December in Panama
Thinking about venturing to Panama this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Panama in December?
December in Panama generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Cerro Punta at 24°C to very warm in Santiago at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Santiago and 17°C in Cerro Punta. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Panama, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Playa Blanca with an average of 96 mm to heavy rainfall in Bastimentos with 341 mm.Average sunshine
The city Panama City usually sees around 119 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Panama climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Panama?
Panama City
In December Panama City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Bocas Town
In December Bocas Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Boquete
In December Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Bastimentos
In December Bastimentos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Playa Blanca
In December Playa Blanca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Panama?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Panama City, December might be a good time to visit Panama. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Panama is in January, February and March with generally perfect weather in Panama City. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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