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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Panama City has a tropical monsoon climate, classified as Am in the Köppen system. The warmest month is March with an average high of 31°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 24°C. The annual temperature range of 7°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is February with only 3 rain days and 11mm of precipitation. For travellers, February through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Panama City are January, February, March. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
31°C
March
Coldest Month
24°C
January
Driest Month
3 days
February
Annual Range
7°C
24° to 31°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 24°C | 5 | 11h | View |
| February | 30°C | 24°C | 3 | 11h | View |
| March | 31°C | 24°C | 4 | 11h | View |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 15 | 11h | View |
| May | 29°C | 25°C | 29 | 9h | View |
| June | 29°C | 24°C | 29 | 8h | View |
| July | 29°C | 24°C | 30 | 8h | View |
| August | 29°C | 24°C | 30 | 8h | View |
| September | 29°C | 24°C | 29 | 9h | View |
| October | 28°C | 24°C | 30 | 9h | View |
| November | 28°C | 24°C | 27 | 9h | View |
| December | 29°C | 24°C | 17 | 10h | View |
January
5 rain days, 11h sun
February
3 rain days, 11h sun
March
4 rain days, 11h sun
April
15 rain days, 11h sun
May
29 rain days, 9h sun
June
29 rain days, 8h sun
July
30 rain days, 8h sun
August
30 rain days, 8h sun
September
29 rain days, 9h sun
October
30 rain days, 9h sun
November
27 rain days, 9h sun
December
17 rain days, 10h sun
Panama City in March
Data Sources for Panama City
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.