Average weather for Panama in January
It's hot in January in Panama with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Panama with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 22°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Panama is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In January, there is an average of 79 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Panama in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
34°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
31°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
79 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
19 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Panama?
January is a good month to be in Panama for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2019, Panama reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Check out the climate of Panama for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Panama is based on weather data from Panama City. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Panama to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in January in Panama
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Panama, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in January in Panama
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The temperature remained stable around 28 degrees, although ... more
Daily Precipitation in January in Panama
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Panama, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 19 days of precipitation in Panama.
Daily UV index in January in Panama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Panama, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Panama over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Panama, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Panama over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Panama, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Panama
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Panama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Panama
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The temperature remained stable around 28 degrees, although there were showers every day. Relatively high humidity, but overall a pleasant winter vacation.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Panama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Panama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
