Gamboa weather in August (Panama)

How does the weather in Gamboa usually fare in August? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In August, the weather in Gamboa generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 30°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 24°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Gamboa in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 330 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 23 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 120 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Gamboa. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gamboa climate page with graphs.

 

Gamboa, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 75%  

Precipitation 330 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Sunshine 120 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Panama City, Panama (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Panama in August

Find out more about the weather in Panama and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Gamboa.

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