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Bastimentos Weather in December
Thinking of visiting Bastimentos in December? Expect high temperatures reaching 28°C (82°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in Bastimentos in December
Bastimentos is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 18 days and an average of 341 mm (13 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Bastimentos in December
December in Bastimentos sees highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) overnight. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With lows around 24°C (75°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.
Sunshine in Bastimentos in December
With approximately 220 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Bastimentos. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Bastimentos Temperature in December
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
341 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
220 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Boquete, Panama (67 KM, 41 Miles).
Bastimentos Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Bastimentos in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bastimentos spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Bastimentos historical weather extremes in December
Our historical data for Bastimentos spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- On December 1, 2007, temperatures climbed to 35°C (95°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
- Bastimentos experienced its chilliest December day on December 9, 2010, reaching only 24°C (75°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was 19°C (66°F) (December 14, 2010).
- The wettest December day on record brought 134 mm (5.3 in) of precipitation to Bastimentos (December 26, 2010).
Best Places in Panama in December
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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).
What to Wear in Bastimentos in December
Warm but pleasant conditions in Bastimentos in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Bastimentos in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming8/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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