Panama weather in January
Planning a journey to Panama this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Panama in January?
Panama is a region in Panama. January in Panama generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 24°C in Panama City. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Contadora with an average of 22 mm to moderate rainfall in La Laguna with 48 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 226 hours of sunshine in Panama City. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Panama in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Panama climate page.
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Average weather in Panama City
In January Panama City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Contadora
In January Contadora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Playa Coronado
In January Playa Coronado generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in San Carlos
In January San Carlos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Playa Bonita Village
In January Playa Bonita Village generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Panama?
We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Panama. Typically, the climate in Panama City is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Panama is in January, February and March with generally perfect weather in Panama City. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.
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