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Panama Weather in January

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

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Planning a getaway to Panama this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Panama in January

January in Panama generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Cerro Punta at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Santiago at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Santiago and 16°C (61°F) in Cerro Punta. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Santiago with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Punta Laurel with 219 mm (8.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Panama City sees close to 226 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Panama in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Panama?

Temperature range in Panama (January)

Precipitation variation in Panama (January)

Panama City

In January Panama City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
119 hours
226 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Panama City →

Bocas del Toro

In January Bocas del Toro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
275 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
314 mm (12 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bocas del Toro →

Boquete

In January Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
275 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
208 mm (8.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Boquete →

Bastimentos

In January Bastimentos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
275 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
341 mm (13 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bastimentos →

Playa Blanca

In January Playa Blanca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Playa Blanca →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Panama City 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Bocas del Toro 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Boquete 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Contadora 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Santa Catalina 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
David 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

Panama weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Panama in January?

Panama typically experiences pleasant weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Panama City average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Panama in January?

Daytime temperatures in Panama City peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in January, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Panama get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Panama City averages just 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Panama.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Panama?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Panama with overall perfect weather in Panama City. 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 pleasant weather in Panama City. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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