Bocas del Toro weather and climate
Bocas del Toro weather and climate
Day
30 °C
Night
24 °C
Sea
28 °C
Precipitation
293 mm
in month
Rainy days
18 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
79 %
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Weather overview for Bocas del Toro
Weather overview
Bocas del Toro (Panama) is a place with a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 28.0 °C (82.4 °F) in January to 29.8 °C (85.6 °F) in May. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in May with 24.0 °C (75.2 °F), the lowest in February with 22.1 °C (71.8 °F). The highest sea temperatures in Bocas del Toro are in June with 28.7 °C (83.7 °F) and the lowest in January with 27.2 °C (80.9 °F). The least rainy month in Bocas del Toro is February with its 8 days of rain, the rainiest month is October, when it rains 20 days.
January weather
The tourist season is taking place in Bocas del Toro, while the dry season is at its beginning in January. The minimum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 28.0 °C (82.4 °F), and the sea temperature reaches its minimum as well, its value is 27.2 °C (80.9 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month too.
February weather
The day temperature starts to rise in Bocas del Toro, while the minimum of the night temperature is observable in February. The number of rainy days is on its minimum, with its value being 8 days, and the minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed as well, the value of this measure is 106 mm (4.17 in). There is pending tourist season. The maximum of the wind speed is observable in this month.
March weather
The tourist season is taking place in Bocas del Toro, and there is pending dry season as well. The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 131 mm (5.16 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, its value is 8 hours. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 29.5 °C (85.1 °F). The humidity reaches its minimum, its value is 69 %.
April weather
The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, its value is 11 days in Bocas del Toro, while the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 159 mm (6.25 in). The tourist season continues, and the dry season is close to its peak too. The beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed in April. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value of 8 hours.
May weather
The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 29.8 °C (85.6 °F) in Bocas del Toro, and the night temperature reaches its maximum as well. The tourist season is taking place. The rainfall amount is on its maximum, with its value being 293 mm (11.53 in), while the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 18 days. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 7 hours.
June weather
The wet season is at its beginning in Bocas del Toro. The maximum of the sea temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 28.7 °C (83.7 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 20 days, while the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, with its value being 265 mm (10.43 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 6 hours. The minimum of the wind speed is observable in this month.
July weather
The wet season continues in Bocas del Toro. The beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value of 23.2 °C (73.8 °F). The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, with its value being 276 mm (10.85 in).
August weather
There is pending wet season this month in Bocas del Toro. The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value of 234 mm (9.22 in). The beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed.
September weather
The wet season is close to its peak in Bocas del Toro. The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 174 mm (6.85 in). The day length descent's start could be observed.
October weather
The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, its value is 20 days in Bocas del Toro, while the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value of 258 mm (10.16 in). The ongoing wet season is noticeable. The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 5 hours. The humidity reaches its maximum in October.
November weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value of 28.6 °C (83.5 °F) in Bocas del Toro, and the beginning of the descent of the sea temperature could be noticed as well, the value of this measure is 28.0 °C (82.5 °F). The ongoing wet season is noticeable. The rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 289 mm (11.39 in). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, its value is 6 hours.
December weather
The tourist season slowly starts in Bocas del Toro. The sea temperature continues to descent, with its value of 27.5 °C (81.5 °F), while the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value of 22.5 °C (72.5 °F). The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value being 252 mm (9.91 in), and the beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed as well, with its value being 14 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 7 hours.
FAQs
Is it hot in January in Bocas del Toro?
In January in Bocas del Toro, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What is the temperature in Bocas del Toro during the day in February?
The average daily temperature in Bocas del Toro in February is 28.7 °C (83.7 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
What is the sea temperature in March in Bocas del Toro?
In March in Bocas del Toro expect the sea to be warm at 27.6 °C (81.7 °F). Seems like an ideal temperature for swimming, you can stay in the sea for a long time and enjoy it as well.
Is April part of the wet season in Bocas del Toro?
No, there is no wet season in Bocas del Toro in April - you can expect 11 days of rain during the month.
How many rainy days can I expect in Bocas del Toro in May?
There are 18 days, which are rainy in Bocas del Toro in May, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 4.1 days of the week, or in general - 59 % days.
How many sunny hours can I expect in Bocas del Toro in June?
There is an average length of sunshine of 6 hours per day in Bocas del Toro in June.
How windy is it in July in Bocas del Toro?
In Bocas del Toro in July, there will be an average wind scale of 2.2. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
What is the humidity in August in Bocas del Toro?
Humidity in August in Bocas del Toro is 84 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
What is the night temperature in Bocas del Toro in September?
The average night temperature in September in Bocas del Toro is 23.5 °C (74.3 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
Is November part of the dry season in Bocas del Toro?
No, November is not a dry month in Bocas del Toro, expect rain approximately 20 days in a month.
Are there good conditions to visit in Bocas del Toro in December?
December is the best month to visit Bocas del Toro. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 28.3 °C (82.9 °F). The seawater temperature reaches ideal 27.5 °C (81.5 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 22.5 °C (72.5 °F).