What is the current water temperature in Panama City?

As of now, in Panama City, the water temperature is 26.81°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.

80.3

°F

May 20, 19:54

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

79.8°F

Tomorrow:

80.6°F

Sunrise:

05:46

Sunset:

19:32

Day Length:

13 h. 46 min.

Panama City in May

Minimum:

55.6°F

Average:

62.2°F

Maximum:

68.6°F

Sea water temperature in Panama City today

As of now, in Panama City, the water temperature is 80.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.4°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 80.9°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 76.2°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 81.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 80.6°F, while the maximum might reach 81.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Panama City

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	77.3°F	78.2°F	76.1°F
May 7	76.3°F	79.4°F	76.3°F
May 8	76.4°F	79.4°F	76.3°F
May 9	77.0°F	80.4°F	76.4°F
May 10	77.0°F	80.6°F	76.4°F
May 11	77.0°F	80.6°F	76.4°F
May 12	77.4°F	81.0°F	76.7°F
May 13	77.7°F	81.2°F	77.0°F
May 14	76.8°F	81.2°F	76.9°F
May 15	77.2°F	77.1°F	77.0°F
May 16	76.6°F	78.1°F	77.1°F
May 17	78.0°F	78.2°F	77.5°F
May 18	76.9°F	78.4°F	77.8°F
May 19	79.8°F	78.4°F	78.4°F
May 20	80.3°F	78.7°F	78.8°F
May 21	80.6°F	79.7°F	79.2°F
May 22	80.6°F	78.6°F	79.2°F
May 23	80.7°F	79.6°F	79.3°F
May 24	81.1°F	79.7°F	79.7°F
May 25	81.4°F	81.3°F	80.0°F
May 26	81.5°F	80.3°F	80.1°F
May 27	81.6°F	81.6°F	80.2°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 195 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 62.3°F in Winter, 71.7°F in Spring, 85.0°F in Summer, and 78.0°F in Autumn.