January Weather in Panama City

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Panama City, Panama, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Panama City throughout January hovers around 72%.

24°C (75°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (80°F)

Average temperature

30°C (86°F)

Maximum temperature

72%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Panama City averages 96 mm (3.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 18 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 38 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 15 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 43% probability of sunny days during this period.

96 mm (3.8 inches)

Precipitation

18 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 15 minutes

Sunshine hours

43%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Panama City reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 7 10 12 12 10 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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