Gorgeous Weather

When it comes to getting away from it all, many tourists rank excellent weather towards the top of their list of requirements. Panama is difficult to beat in this way. Panama, unlike North America, has only two seasons: dry and rainy. Temperatures can reach the 90s during the dry season, making it excellent for sunbathing, river cruises, snorkeling, and a variety of other interesting activities. Panama's beautiful tropical rainforests spring to life during the rainy season, revitalized by the warm rainfall. Panama is also outside of the Atlantic hurricane belt, thus there is minimal chance that these tropical storms will make landfall there.

Between January and mid-April is the best time to visit Panama. This is the driest time of year, and it shows off this tropical country at its best. However, it is also worthwhile to consider visiting Panama during the rest of the year, when you may enjoy local activities and festivals. You'll still enjoy warm temperatures (an average of 86°F), and if you don't mind a little rain, it's a great deal. On the Caribbean coast, there are short, heavy downpours almost every day. From May to November, the Pacific coast experiences rain.