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Water temperature in Panamá

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Panamá. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Panamá now

83.0

°F

May 16, 11:04

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.6°F

Tomorrow:

83.0°F

Sunrise:

05:58

Sunset:

18:31

Day Length:

12 h. 33 min.

Panamá in May

Minimum:

79.0°F

Average:

82.0°F

Maximum:

83.4°F

Sea water temperature in Panamá today

As of now, in Panamá, the water temperature is 83.0°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.8°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 80.4°F on 2023.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Panamá

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

 last year 10 years average
May 2 81.5°F 81.7°F 82.4°F
May 3 81.5°F 82.4°F 82.7°F
May 4 81.8°F 82.6°F 82.9°F
May 5 81.4°F 82.5°F 82.9°F
May 6 81.6°F 84.2°F 83.2°F
May 7 81.8°F 85.2°F 83.3°F
May 8 82.0°F 85.4°F 83.2°F
May 9 83.6°F 85.0°F 83.2°F
May 10 83.6°F 85.2°F 83.2°F
May 11 83.4°F 85.0°F 83.1°F
May 12 83.5°F 85.1°F 83.2°F
May 13 84.3°F 85.4°F 83.5°F
May 14 84.2°F 85.4°F 83.5°F
May 15 83.6°F 85.6°F 83.6°F
May 16 83.0°F 85.7°F 83.8°F
May 17 83.0°F 86.0°F 83.8°F
May 18 83.1°F 85.6°F 83.9°F
May 19 83.2°F 87.1°F 84.1°F
May 20 83.2°F 86.2°F 84.0°F
May 21 83.2°F 86.0°F 84.0°F
May 22 83.4°F 85.9°F 84.2°F
May 23 83.3°F 85.6°F 84.1°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Panamá by month

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In Panamá, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Panamá was recorded on September 6, 2023, reaching a 87.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 23, 2023, dipping to 73.1°F. The average readings by season are 80.7°F in Winter, 80.6°F in Spring, 84.0°F in Summer, and 83.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
San Francisco 83.0°F 1mi
Veracruz 82.9°F 10mi
San José 83.2°F 15mi
San José 83.8°F 42mi
Miramar 83.7°F 42mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Panamá