Panama weather in September
Considering a trip to Panama this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Panama in September?
September in Panama generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Paso Ancho at 25°C (78°F) to very warm in Chitré at 31°C (89°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Chitré and 18°C (64°F) in Paso Ancho. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Bocatorito with an average of 204mm (8 inches) to heavy rainfall in Los Duarte with 555mm (22 inches). The city Panama City usually sees around 100 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Panama in September, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Panama climate page.
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Average weather in Panama City
In September Panama City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (76°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Bocas Town
In September Bocas Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (78°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Boquete
In September Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (80°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Bastimentos
In September Bastimentos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (85°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (78°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Playa Blanca
In September Playa Blanca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (85°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (76°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is September the best time to visit Panama?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Panama City, September may not be the ideal time to visit Panama.
Generally speaking, January, February and March provide perfect weather in Panama City. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.
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