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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.
Sea temperature in Panama City now

77.8

°F

May 19, 10:21

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

76.2°F

Tomorrow:

78.4°F

Sunrise:

05:47

Sunset:

19:32

Day Length:

13 h. 45 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 77.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.5°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 80.1°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 76.4°F on 2020.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 79.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 78.4°F, while the maximum might reach 79.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Panama City

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 5 72.7°F 77.9°F 75.8°F
May 6 74.0°F 77.3°F 76.1°F
May 7 75.2°F 76.3°F 76.3°F
May 8 75.1°F 76.4°F 76.3°F
May 9 75.2°F 77.0°F 76.3°F
May 10 75.3°F 77.0°F 76.2°F
May 11 75.6°F 77.0°F 76.2°F
May 12 75.9°F 77.3°F 76.6°F
May 13 75.8°F 77.7°F 76.7°F
May 14 75.1°F 76.8°F 76.6°F
May 15 74.8°F 77.2°F 76.7°F
May 16 75.3°F 76.6°F 76.9°F
May 17 75.3°F 78.0°F 77.2°F
May 18 76.2°F 76.9°F 77.6°F
May 19 77.8°F 79.8°F 78.3°F
May 20 78.4°F 80.3°F 78.9°F
May 21 78.7°F 80.7°F 79.2°F
May 22 78.7°F 81.2°F 79.3°F
May 23 78.9°F 82.0°F 79.5°F
May 24 79.2°F 81.3°F 79.8°F
May 25 79.6°F 81.6°F 80.2°F
May 26 79.9°F 83.3°F 80.4°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.