The climate in Panama City during January can be summarized as mild and a little damp.
January is in the winter in Panama City and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 16°C (62°F), whilst at night 5°C (42°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 16.4°C 61.5°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 5.4°C 41.7°F |
| Average temperature | 10.9°C 51.6°F |
| Daily sunshine | 6.3 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 86 mm 3.4 ins |
| Rainy days | 9 days |
| Sea temperature | 18°C 64.5°F |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Windspeed | 13kph 8 mph |
On average January is the 3rd driest month of the year in Panama City with around 86mm 3.4 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Panama City in January 2025.
Best places to visit in January
| Hottest month: | July | 32°C 89.6°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | May | 63mm 2.5ins |
| Sunniest month: | May | 10.8hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 16.1°C 61°F |
| Wettest month: | July | 181mm 7.1ins |