Panama Weather Forecast
Panama weather: 78°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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).
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.
Recent extremes in Panama
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
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
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- 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 78°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 98% and wind is 8 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 4:14 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 23, 2026 at 4:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
