August is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Panama. August is a good month for swimming in Panama with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Panama in the months of January, February, March, April, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
The average maximum temperature in Panama in August is 31°. The average maximum temperature is 31° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in Panama in August is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Panama in August is 25°. The minimum temperature is 24° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Panama in August are 12.4 and there are 4.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Panama in August is typically 13.6 during August. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Panama in August is 22.7° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Panama in August is 0.6cm and on average there are 11.8 rainy days in August making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Panama in August is 25° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Panama in August is typically 93%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.2% in the previous month and 92.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Panama in August is typically 80.1%. The average relative humidity is 80.7% in the previous month and 79.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Panama in August is typically 16kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Panama in August is typically 5kmh. The average wind speed is 5kmh in the previous month and 5kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Panama in August is from the West-Southwest.
