Panama City in December usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +86°F and roughly 2 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 21 rainy days with an average precipitation of 178 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
178 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Panama City has OK weather in December.
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Average temperature in Panama City in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Panama City for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in December is +90°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +75°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +91°F to +90°F.
Is Panama City warm or cold in December?
Panama City is typically warm in December.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Panama City:
Water temperature in Panama City in December
Water in Panama City in December is Warm. It varies from +80°F to +84°F, with an average of +82°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +86°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Panama City are reached in June, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +79°F.
Can you swim in Panama City in December?
You can absolutely swim in Panama City in December, the water is warm (+82°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Panama City in December
Panama City weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+86°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+72°F
+70°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+97°F
+102°F
Rainfall
397 mm
178 mm
68 mm
Wind
1 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+82°F
+82°F
+81°F
Humidity
84%
80%
74%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
0
2
8
Cloudy days
0
2
6
Rainy days
14
21
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as ok as in November.It’s getting warmer as December arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +84°F to +86°F during the day.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 397 mm to 178 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 84% to 80%.Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 0 to 2.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in January as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Panama City in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Panama City is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Panama City based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 58%, leading to total precipitation of around 316 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 66 mm, which is considered heavy rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Panama City wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 417 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 52% chance of precipitation and 68 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Panama City?
This is the weather in Panama City in December 2023:
1 December
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+92°F
2 December
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+93°F
3 December
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+91°F
4 December
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+93°F
5 December
☀️
+92°F
6 December
☀️
+92°F
7 December
☁️
+92°F
8 December
☁️
+92°F
9 December
☀️
+93°F
10 December
☀️
+91°F
11 December
🌧️
+91°F
12 December
☁️
+90°F
13 December
☀️
+92°F
14 December
☀️
+92°F
15 December
☀️
+91°F
16 December
☁️
+88°F
17 December
☀️
+88°F
18 December
☀️
+87°F
19 December
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+89°F
20 December
☀️
+88°F
21 December
🌧️
+83°F
22 December
☁️
+89°F
23 December
☀️
+92°F
24 December
☀️
+91°F
25 December
☀️
+91°F
26 December
☁️
+91°F
27 December
☁️
+86°F
28 December
☁️
+88°F
29 December
☁️
+87°F
30 December
🌧️
+89°F
31 December
☀️
+89°F
In December 2023 Panama City had 18 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 65%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Panama City climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Panama City in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+83°F) and the highest in 2023 (+89°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 1310 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 28328 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Panama City in December:
Is December a good time to visit Panama City?
It’s always a good time to visit Panama City, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Panama City in December?
December is warm in Panama City. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Panama City in December?
Yes, you can swim in Panama City in December, the water temperature averaging at +82°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Panama City rainy in December?
Panama City is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Panama City in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Panama City in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Panama City, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
