What is the current water temperature in Panama City?

As of now, in Panama City, the water temperature is 24.72°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Panama City

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Panama City. 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.

76.5

°F

May 1, 18:58

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

77.0°F

Tomorrow:

76.8°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

19:20

Day Length:

13 h. 20 min.

Panama City in May

Minimum:

55.6°F

Average:

61.7°F

Maximum:

68.6°F

Sea water temperature in Panama City today

As of now, in Panama City, the water temperature is 76.5°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.9°F higher 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 79.1°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 71.4°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 77.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 76.8°F, while the maximum might reach 78.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Panama City

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 17	73.1°F	70.3°F	70.8°F
Apr 18	74.2°F	70.5°F	71.0°F
Apr 19	74.3°F	71.8°F	71.5°F
Apr 20	73.3°F	71.4°F	71.7°F
Apr 21	71.2°F	72.5°F	71.8°F
Apr 22	72.3°F	72.2°F	71.9°F
Apr 23	71.8°F	72.6°F	72.1°F
Apr 24	72.6°F	73.0°F	72.2°F
Apr 25	71.4°F	74.2°F	72.5°F
Apr 26	72.2°F	76.0°F	72.9°F
Apr 27	73.5°F	75.8°F	73.2°F
Apr 28	74.1°F	77.2°F	73.8°F
Apr 29	74.2°F	78.1°F	74.6°F
Apr 30	77.0°F	79.1°F	75.0°F
May 1	76.5°F	79.1°F	74.6°F
May 2	76.8°F	78.4°F	74.9°F
May 3	77.1°F	78.5°F	75.2°F
May 4	77.4°F	78.0°F	75.5°F
May 5	78.1°F	77.9°F	76.2°F
May 6	78.2°F	77.3°F	76.3°F
May 7	78.3°F	76.3°F	76.4°F
May 8	78.3°F	76.4°F	76.4°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 Panama City by month

In Panama City, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 192 swimming days.

The warmest water in Panama City was recorded on August 16, 2023, reaching a 89.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 21, 2024, dipping to 52.6°F. The average readings by season are 62.0°F in Winter, 71.9°F in Spring, 85.1°F in Summer, and 77.8°F in Autumn.