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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

85.6

°F

August 31, 01:38

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

85.9°F

Tomorrow:

85.4°F

Sunrise:

06:19

Sunset:

19:07

Day Length:

12 h. 48 min.

Panama City in September

Minimum:

56.0°F

Average:

61.5°F

Maximum:

65.3°F

Sea water temperature in Panama City today

As of now, in Panama City, the water temperature is 85.6°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 about the same as 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 87.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 84.8°F on 2025.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 85.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 84.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 85.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Panama City

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 17 87.7°F 85.8°F 86.5°F
Aug 18 88.2°F 85.9°F 86.5°F
Aug 19 88.5°F 86.5°F 86.5°F
Aug 20 88.0°F 86.5°F 86.5°F
Aug 21 87.1°F 86.3°F 86.5°F
Aug 22 86.7°F 86.4°F 86.4°F
Aug 23 86.2°F 86.7°F 86.3°F
Aug 24 87.0°F 86.9°F 86.4°F
Aug 25 87.7°F 86.5°F 86.5°F
Aug 26 87.3°F 86.7°F 86.4°F
Aug 27 87.3°F 86.3°F 86.2°F
Aug 28 87.6°F 85.9°F 86.2°F
Aug 29 87.0°F 85.4°F 86.0°F
Aug 30 85.9°F 85.5°F 85.9°F
Aug 31 85.6°F 84.8°F 85.6°F
Sep 1 85.4°F 84.1°F 85.4°F
Sep 2 85.4°F 84.0°F 85.4°F
Sep 3 84.9°F 83.5°F 84.9°F
Sep 4 84.8°F 83.0°F 84.8°F
Sep 5 85.0°F 84.1°F 85.0°F
Sep 6 85.0°F 83.8°F 85.0°F
Sep 7 85.0°F 84.7°F 85.0°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, 85.2°F in Summer, and 77.8°F in Autumn.