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Bocas del Toro

Visit in February — score 60/100 · avg high 81°F · 18 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

80°/72°F
30 rain days
11.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#1
81°/72°F
18 rain days
11.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

82°/72°F
23 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

84°/73°F
30 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

#3
84°/74°F
31 rain days
12.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

#2
83°/74°F
30 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

82°/74°F
31 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

August

83°/74°F
31 rain days
12.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

September

83°/74°F
30 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

83°/74°F
31 rain days
11.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

82°/73°F
30 rain days
11.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

81°/73°F
31 rain days
11.5h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4876°80°72°3012011.5hHighAverage
February6076°81°72°187111.7hHighAverage
March5176°82°72°239311.9hModerateAverage
April5278°84°73°3015712.2hModerateAverage
May5478°84°74°3129212.4hModerateBelow avg
June5478°83°74°3034212.5hModerateBelow avg
July5378°82°74°3135312.5hModerateAverage
August5278°83°74°3128512.3hModerateAverage
September5378°83°74°3027312.0hModerateBelow avg
October5178°83°74°3135511.8hModerateAverage
November5077°82°73°3038211.6hModerateAverage
December4577°81°73°3120411.5hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
52/100
High
83°F
Low
73°F
Rain days
28/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Bocas del Toro (March, April, May) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 73°F, with about 28 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 52/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 54/100.

Summer

Score
53/100
High
83°F
Low
74°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Bocas del Toro (June, July, August) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 74°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 53/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 54/100.

Fall

Score
51/100
High
83°F
Low
74°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Bocas del Toro (September, October, November) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 74°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 51/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 53/100.

Winter

Score
51/100
High
81°F
Low
72°F
Rain days
26/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Bocas del Toro (December, January, February) brings average highs of 81°F and lows of 72°F, with about 26 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 51/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 60/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Bocas del Toro?
The best month to visit Bocas del Toro is February, with an overall travel score of 60/100. Expect average highs of 81°F, about 18 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Bocas del Toro expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Bocas del Toro are relatively moderate, averaging 87% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Bocas del Toro in December?
December in Bocas del Toro has average highs of 81°F and lows of 73°F, with approximately 31 rainy days and 11.5 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 45/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Bocas del Toro?
The most affordable time to visit Bocas del Toro is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is December (score: 45/100).

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