Best Time to Visit Panama
Best time to visit Panama: January, February and March. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Panama
Go in January, February and March. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, June and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Panama month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 88° | 76° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 89° | 76° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 91° | 76° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 89° | 76° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 87° | 77° | 10,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 85° | 76° | 12,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 86° | 76° | 11,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 85° | 76° | 9,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 85° | 76° | 12,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 84° | 76° | 12,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 84° | 75° | 12,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 86° | 76° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Panama compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Panama.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cartagena | 292 mi | 83°F | +34°F warmer | 50 in |
| Costa Rica | 318 mi | 69°F | 43°F cooler | 115 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Panama is a country in North America. Panama is a country in North America with its capital at Panama City. It has a population of about 4.5 million. The capital is Panama City.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Panama with heavy drizzle. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 78°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 98%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.4/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Panama is January, February and March. The climate is tropical. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while November is the coldest with lows near 75°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Panama today at 9.5/10. Visibility is down to 1,4 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Panama right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:44 AM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 86° / 79°
Thunderstorm · 88% rain · wind 12 mph
🌦️ 87° / 76°
Light showers · 92% rain · wind 11 mph
Quick facts about Panama
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 8°58′56.6″N 79°31′11.6″W (8.9824, -79.5199) |
| Capital | Panama City |
| Population | 4.500.000 |
| Area | 29.119 sq mi |
| ISO code | PA |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PAN |
| Currency | Balboa / US dollar (PAB) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +507 |
| Time zone | America/Panama |
| Local time | 3:44 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February and March |
| Climate | Tropical |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Panama?
Panama is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 8.9824, -79.5199. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Panama right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with heavy drizzle. Humidity is 94% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Panama?
January, February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Panama, which has a tropical climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Panama in?
Panama observes America/Panama (UTC-05:00). The local time is 3:44 AM.
How many people live in Panama?
Panama has a population of approximately 4.5 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 3:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
