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December in Río Hato brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) and nights around 24°C (75°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 101 mm (4 in), so pack an umbrella.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable 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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Browse day-by-day weather records for Río Hato spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Río Hato spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Panama and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Panama in December →
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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Río Hato in December. 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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