Where to go when - our guide to Panama
December - April
From mid-December to mid-April is the best time to visit Panama. This corresponds with drier weather on the Pacific Coast and beyond, and encompasses key festivals around Semana Santa and Carnival, making this the busiest travel period.
Temperatures are perfect throughout the country for enjoying the beaches, cities and highland activities, with little humidity and less chance of rain. The only exception is the Caribbean coast, where the equatorial climate means it can rain any time of year. The upland regions such as Boquete and Chiriqui Highlands can be chilly at night.
29°C Average max daytime temperature
22°C Average min nighttime temperature
9 days per season rainfall
Moderate humidity
May - November
May to November represents the rainy season in Panama. However, rainfall is sporadic and even in the wettest months can come in short sharp bursts, leaving the rest of the day sunny and dry. The Azuero Peninsula and Pacific coast always remain drier than the Caribbean or the highlands. Panama City and the famous canal make a great destination to visit year round. Unlike many of its neighbours Panama lies outside the hurricane belt so tropical storms are extremely rare.
29°C Average max daytime temperature
23°C Average min nighttime temperature
21 days per season rainfall
High humidity
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