Panama City, Panama Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Panama City
Weather in Panama City is shaped by its tropical wet-and-dry climate - expect year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. March afternoons typically reach 90°F (32°C), while November highs hover near 83°F (28°C). Annual precipitation averages 92.0 inches (2336 mm) over about 266 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: March - highs near 90°F (32°C)
- Coldest month: November - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Record high: 95°F (35°C) · Record low: 71°F (22°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: July (29 rainy days) · Sunniest: March (11.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on March. Highs average 90°F (32°C) and overnight lows stay near 76°F (24°C). The coolest month is November, with typical highs of 83°F (28°C) and lows around 75°F (24°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 95°F (35°C) and dropped as low as 71°F (22°C).
Rain, sun and snow
July is usually the wettest month. It brings about 12.8 inches (326 mm) of rain over 29 days, while February is the driest. March brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.0 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87° | 75° | 8 | 1.7 in | 10.7 h/day | 79% |
| February | 88° | 75° | 5 | 0.5 in | 10.9 h/day | 74% |
| March | 90° | 76° | 9 | 1.0 in | 11.0 h/day | 72% |
| April | 89° | 76° | 19 | 4.2 in | 10.7 h/day | 78% |
| May | 85° | 77° | 29 | 10.2 in | 8.6 h/day | 88% |
| June | 84° | 76° | 29 | 10.9 in | 8.1 h/day | 90% |
| July | 85° | 76° | 29 | 12.8 in | 7.3 h/day | 90% |
| August | 84° | 76° | 30 | 11.2 in | 7.7 h/day | 90% |
| September | 84° | 76° | 30 | 11.9 in | 8.0 h/day | 90% |
| October | 83° | 75° | 30 | 11.3 in | 8.5 h/day | 90% |
| November | 83° | 75° | 28 | 12.3 in | 8.3 h/day | 90% |
| December | 86° | 75° | 20 | 4.0 in | 10.4 h/day | 85% |
Panama City month by month
Panama City weather in January
January brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 8 wet days.
Panama City weather in February
February brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 5 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Panama City.
Panama City weather in March
March brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 9 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Panama City.
Panama City weather in April
April brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 19 wet days.
Panama City weather in May
May brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 29 wet days.
Panama City weather in June
June brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 29 wet days.
Panama City weather in July
July brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 29 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Panama City.
Panama City weather in August
August brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 30 wet days.
Panama City weather in September
September brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 30 wet days.
Panama City weather in October
October brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 30 wet days.
Panama City weather in November
November brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 28 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Panama City.
Panama City weather in December
December brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 20 wet days.
Seasons in Panama City
March through May
March through May in Panama City brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 76°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 58 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Panama City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 76°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 88 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Panama City is hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 87 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Panama City runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (30°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 33 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Panama City
The best time to visit Panama City is generally January to March and September to November, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 86°F (30°C).
Pack for Panama City with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - March nights average 76°F (24°C).
Panama City temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.