Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Panama this December.
Panama, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 24°C (75°F) in Cerro Punta to 32°C (90°F) in Santiago. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Santiago and 17°C (63°F) in Cerro Punta.
Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Panama on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.
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Daytime temperatures in Panama City typically peak at 30°C (86°F) in December, putting it in the very high range.
Average overnight lows in Panama during December sit near 24°C (75°F) in Panama City.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Santiago is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 32°C (90°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 23°C (73°F).
When looking through our records, we find that Cerro Punta stands out as the coolest city in Panama for the month of December. Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F) and it cools down to about 17°C (63°F) at night.
Across Panama, sunshine in December ranges from moderately sunny in Panama City (119 hours) to sunny in Boquete (220 hours).
The water temperature averages approximately 27°C (81°F) in Tocumen this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.
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