Panama weather in January
Are you planning a trip to Panama in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like 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.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Cerro Punta at 24°C to very warm in Santiago at 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Santiago and 16°C 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Santiago with an average of 18 mm to heavy rainfall in Punta Laurel with 219 mm. Meanwhile, Panama City enjoys approximately 226 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For specific regional insights in Panama for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Panama climate page.
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Average weather in Panama City
In January Panama City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Bocas Town
In January Bocas Town 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 tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Boquete
In January Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Bastimentos
In January 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 unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Playa Blanca
In January Playa Blanca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is January the best 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 perfect weather in Panama City. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.
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