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Gamboa Weather in August

Thinking of visiting Gamboa in August? Expect very high temperatures reaching 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Gamboa in August

Gamboa is in the rainy season in August, with rain on around 23 days and an average of 330 mm (13 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Gamboa in August

August in Gamboa brings typical temperatures with highs around 30°C (86°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F). If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. With lows around 24°C (75°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Gamboa in August

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 120 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Gamboa. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Gamboa Temperature in August

Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
75%
Precipitation
330 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
23 days
Sunshine
120 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Panama City, Panama (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Gamboa Weather by Month

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Gamboa typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).

Average temperatures in August

Historical weather records for Gamboa in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Gamboa spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Gamboa historical weather extremes in August

Based on 21 years of weather observations in Gamboa between 2005 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

  • Gamboa recorded its highest August temperature of 34°C (93°F) on August 6, 2006.
  • On August 17, 2026, Gamboa saw its coldest August day with temperatures maxing out at 26°C (79°F).
  • Gamboa registered its coldest August night on August 12, 2005, with temperatures dropping to 16°C (61°F).

Best Places in Panama in August

Find out more about the weather in Panama and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Panama in August →

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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 Gamboa in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Gamboa in August

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

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