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Panama City

Visit in February — score 86/100 · avg high 88°F · 5 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#3
87°/75°F
6 rain days
11.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#1
88°/75°F
5 rain days
11.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

#2
91°/76°F
7 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

91°/77°F
30 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

89°/78°F
31 rain days
12.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

87°/77°F
30 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

87°/77°F
31 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

August

86°/77°F
31 rain days
12.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

September

87°/77°F
30 rain days
12.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

86°/76°F
31 rain days
11.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

86°/76°F
30 rain days
11.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

86°/76°F
29 rain days
11.5h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8280°87°75°62511.5hHighAverage
February8681°88°75°51811.7hHighAverage
March8382°91°76°72711.9hModerateAverage
April4683°91°77°3012612.2hModerateAverage
May4982°89°78°3127412.4hModerateBelow avg
June5082°87°77°3025912.5hModerateBelow avg
July4881°87°77°3122812.5hModerateAverage
August4881°86°77°3125112.3hModerateAverage
September4981°87°77°3025512.0hModerateBelow avg
October4781°86°76°3128811.8hModerateAverage
November4680°86°76°3027911.6hModerateAverage
December4180°86°76°2911411.5hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
59/100
High
90°F
Low
77°F
Rain days
23/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Panama City (March, April, May) brings average highs of 90°F and lows of 77°F, with about 23 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 59/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 83/100.

Summer

Score
48/100
High
87°F
Low
77°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Panama City (June, July, August) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 77°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 48/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 50/100.

Fall

Score
47/100
High
86°F
Low
76°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Panama City (September, October, November) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 76°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 49/100.

Winter

Score
70/100
High
87°F
Low
75°F
Rain days
13/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Panama City (December, January, February) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 75°F, with about 13 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 70/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 86/100.

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 Panama City?
The best month to visit Panama City is February, with an overall travel score of 86/100. Expect average highs of 88°F, about 5 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Panama City expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Panama City are relatively moderate, averaging 87% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Panama City in December?
December in Panama City has average highs of 86°F and lows of 76°F, with approximately 29 rainy days and 11.5 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 41/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Panama City?
The most affordable time to visit Panama City 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: 41/100).

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