Chiriqui Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chiriqui, Panama in December.

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Boquete David Cerro Punta Volcán

Planning a trip to Chiriqui, Panama this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Chiriqui in December

Chiriqui, Panama is a region in Panama. December in Chiriqui generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Cerro Punta at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Boca Chica at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Boca Chica and 17°C (63°F) in Cerro Punta.

For a closer look at conditions across Chiriqui, Panama, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in David with an average of 169 mm (6.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Volcán with 226 mm (8.9 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Boquete sees close to 220 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Chiriqui by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chiriqui — and find the best time to visit. (based on Boquete)

January25°C (77°F) February26°C (79°F) March26°C (79°F) April27°C (81°F) May27°C (81°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September26°C (79°F) October26°C (79°F) November25°C (77°F) December25°C (77°F)
Best Time to Visit Chiriqui →

Best Places to Visit in Chiriqui in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Chiriqui.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Chiriqui

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Chiriqui, Panama?

Temperature range in Chiriqui (December)

Precipitation variation in Chiriqui (December)

Boquete

In December Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
220 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
433 mm (17 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Boquete →

David

In December David generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
220 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
475 mm (19 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in David →

Cerro Punta

In December Cerro Punta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
220 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
448 mm (18 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cerro Punta →

Volcán

In December Volcán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
220 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
507 mm (20 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Volcán →

Alto Boquete

In December Alto Boquete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
220 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
446 mm (18 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Alto Boquete →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chiriqui in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Boquete 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)
David 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Cerro Punta 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)
Volcán 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 226 mm (8.9 in)
Alto Boquete 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)
Boca Chica 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)

Chiriqui weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chiriqui, Panama in December?

Expect unpleasant weather across Chiriqui, Panama in December. The popular destination of Boquete averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Chiriqui, Panama in December?

Daytime temperatures in Boquete peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in December, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does Chiriqui, Panama get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Boquete records an average of 208 mm (8.2 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for Chiriqui, Panama.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Chiriqui, Panama?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Boquete, December may not be the ideal time to visit Chiriqui, Panama.

On average, the best time to visit Chiriqui, Panama is in January, February and March with generally perfect weather in Boquete. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be poor.

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