Monthly climate guide
Panama City weather in December
December in Panama City is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 29°C (85°F) and night-time lows near 25°C (78°F). The month usually brings about 94 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 25°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Humidity near 83% makes 29°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Panama City.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
Avg high
29°C
85°F
Avg low
25°C
78°F
Rainfall
94 mm
wet
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
50%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Panama City weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 85°F | 25°C / 76°F | 26 mm | 79% | 32% |
| February | 30°C / 87°F | 25°C / 76°F | 7 mm | 74% | 24% |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 21 mm | 70% | 35% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 78°F | 126 mm | 74% | 54% |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 79°F | 263 mm | 81% | 82% |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 26°C / 79°F | 251 mm | 84% | 83% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 220 mm | 85% | 84% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 198 mm | 84% | 84% |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 263 mm | 83% | 84% |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 26°C / 78°F | 259 mm | 84% | 84% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 78°F | 241 mm | 85% | 74% |
| December | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 78°F | 94 mm | 83% | 50% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is December a good time to visit Panama City?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Panama City →Other Panama cities in December
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Panama City in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Panama City?
December is one of the wetter months in Panama City, with about 94 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Panama City in December?
Average highs are about 29°C (85°F) and average lows about 25°C (78°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Panama City in December?
Panama City typically gets around 94 mm of rain in December — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Panama City (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.