Punta Laurel Weather in January

January in Punta Laurel averages 27°C (81°F) during the day and 23°C (73°F) at night. January is part of the rainy season, with around 219 mm (8.6 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.

Rainfall in Punta Laurel in January

Punta Laurel is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 12 days and an average of 219 mm (8.6 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.

Temperature in Punta Laurel in January

January in Punta Laurel brings typical temperatures with highs around 27°C (81°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Punta Laurel in January

There are approximately 275 hours of sunshine this month, despite being the rainy season. Rain often arrives in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, it could still be a nice time to visit.

For Punta Laurel itself, March and April generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Punta Laurel Temperature in January

Min Temperature 23°C (73°F)

Max Temperature 27°C (81°F)

Chance of Rain 40%

Precipitation 219 mm (8.6 in)

Rainy days 12 days

Humidity 68% *

Sunshine 275 hours *

Percentage Sunshine *

* Data from: Boquete, Panama (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Historical weather for Punta Laurel in January

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

Punta Laurel historical weather extremes in January

Based on weather observations in Punta Laurel between 2016 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.

Punta Laurel recorded its highest January temperature of 31°C (88°F) on January 14, 2024.
The coldest January day was on January 14, 2017, with a maximum of 25°C (77°F).
Punta Laurel registered its coldest January night on January 6, 2023, with temperatures dropping to 22°C (72°F).
The wettest January day on record brought 57 mm (2.2 in) of precipitation to Punta Laurel (January 8, 2017).

Best Places in Panama in January

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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 Punta Laurel in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Punta Laurel in January

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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