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Portobelo Weather in October

In Portobelo, October brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 25°C (77°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.

Rainfall in Portobelo in October

Portobelo is in the rainy season in October, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 306 mm (12 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Portobelo in October

In October, Portobelo sees high temperatures, with highs of 29°C (84°F). Nights drop to around 25°C (77°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Portobelo in October

The month brings about 115 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and rainy moments.

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

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Portobelo Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 306 mm (12 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 115 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Tocumen, Panama (64 KM, 39 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Portobelo typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).

Average temperatures in October

Historical weather for Portobelo in October

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

Portobelo historical weather extremes in October

Based on 23 years of weather observations (2002-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Portobelo.

  • Portobelo recorded its highest October temperature of 34°C (93°F) on October 19, 2002.
  • The coldest October day was on October 26, 2016, with a maximum of 25°C (77°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 18°C (64°F) (October 12, 2019).

Best Places in Panama in October

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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 Portobelo in October

Warm but pleasant conditions in Portobelo in October. 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. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Portobelo in October

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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