Verdict: Good month
Panama City Weather in January
January runs warm in Panama City, with daily highs around 31°C (88°F) and nights near 24°C (75°F). Expect showers on roughly 9 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, January is a solid month to visit Panama City.
Average high
31°C / 88°F
Average low
24°C / 75°F
Rain days
~9
Precipitation
35 mm
What to pack for Panama City in January
- Light, breathable clothing — linen and technical fabrics earn their keep
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Panama City: Feb (32°C / 90°F) · Coolest: Nov (28°C / 82°F) · Wettest: Jul (~30 rain days)
31°
24°
Jan
32°
24°
Feb
32°
24°
Mar
31°
24°
Apr
30°
25°
May
29°
24°
Jun
29°
24°
Jul
29°
24°
Aug
29°
24°
Sep
29°
24°
Oct
28°
24°
Nov
30°
24°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)