Panama Travel Guide
Panama travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 82°F (28°C) in Panama with overcast. It feels like 95°F. Today runs from 76°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 46%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
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 slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 88°F is 4.1°F above the 84°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. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Panama
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 8°58′56.6″N 79°31′11.6″W (8.9824, -79.5199)
Weather in Panama right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:46 PM, Oct 4 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 88° / 76°
Light drizzle · 46% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 85° / 77°
Drizzle · 92% rain · wind 8 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 | 9:46 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February and March |
| Climate | Tropical |
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.
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.
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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 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 1 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 9:46 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 October 4, 2026 at 9:46 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
