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Panama City in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Panama City in March and see if it is worth visiting.
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March

Weather in Panama City in March 2025

Good Weather
Hot
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Cloudy
Planning a trip to Panama City in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +88°F and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 2 rainy days and 72 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • March is usually the driest month of the year in Panama City

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
72 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
18 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Panama City has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Panama City in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Panama City for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in March is +90°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +73°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 36% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +90°F.

Is Panama City warm or cold in March?

Panama City is typically hot in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

March is one of the warmest months in Panama City, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Panama City in March

Panama City weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+88°F+88°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+32°F+55°F+70°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+99°F+99°F
Rainfall
69 mm72 mm75 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
70%69%73%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1009 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
12115
Cloudy days
151817
Rainy days
128
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 69 mm to 72 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 69%. Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 12 sunny days in February to 11 in March.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Panama City in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 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 decreasing during March, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Panama City based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 97% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 1741 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 151 mm, which is considered heavy rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 30 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Panama City wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 87% chance of precipitation and 416 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Panama City?

This is the weather in Panama City in March 2023:
1 March
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+83°F
2 March
☁️
+86°F
3 March
🌧️
+87°F
4 March
🌧️
+90°F
5 March
☀️
+92°F
6 March
🌧️
+90°F
7 March
☀️
+90°F
8 March
☀️
+90°F
9 March
☀️
+87°F
10 March
☁️
+91°F
11 March
☀️
+90°F
12 March
☀️
+91°F
13 March
☀️
+91°F
14 March
☀️
+90°F
15 March
☀️
+91°F
16 March
🌧️
+87°F
17 March
☀️
+91°F
18 March
☁️
+90°F
19 March
☁️
+92°F
20 March
☀️
+91°F
21 March
☀️
+89°F
22 March
☀️
+91°F
23 March
☀️
+93°F
24 March
☀️
+93°F
25 March
☀️
+94°F
26 March
☀️
+92°F
27 March
🌧️
+87°F
28 March
☁️
+90°F
29 March
☁️
+90°F
30 March
☁️
+89°F
31 March
☁️
+90°F
In March 2023 Panama City had 17 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 5 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 72%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Panama City climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Panama City in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+88°F) and the highest in 1998 (+95°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1745 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Panama City in March:

Is March a good time to visit Panama City?

March is a really good time to go to Panama City. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Panama City.

Can you sunbathe in Panama City in March?

Absolutely, March is hot in Panama City. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Panama City rainy in March?

Panama City is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Panama City in March?

The amount of sunny days in Panama City during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Monthly weather in Panama City

Source of the data

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, 2022.

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.