When to go to Panama City

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December - April

This is the busiest time in the capital, with plenty of sunshine and close to no rain, although cloud cover is always possible. Temperatures are hot, reaching highs in excess of 30°C. Carnival is in February or March, when the city bursts into life with parades and live music, culminating in the Shrove Tuesday parade.

29°C Average max daytime temperature

22°C Average min nighttime temperature

9 days per season rainfall

Moderate humidity

Panama City

May - November

Like elsewhere in the country, rainfall increases in May and begins tailing off towards the beginning of December. Temperatures remain warm, with at least a few hours of sunshine every day. If you’re lucky enough to be in the capital on 4 November, you’ll witness the spectacular Independence Day parade.

29°C Average max daytime temperature

23°C Average min nighttime temperature

21 days per season rainfall

High humidity

Panama City

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