The Best Time Of The Year To Visit Panama

Except for the month of November, any time of the year is great for visiting Panama, so planning a time to venture to this paradise will ultimately be up to you. Read on for our guide of Panama’s low, high, dry, and wet seasons.

Panama is a place of two seasons: wet and dry

Most travelers visit Panama during its dry season—summer—which begins mid-December and ends in mid-April. During this time, the country sees little to no rainfall, which sounds nice but makes for brown vegetation throughout the country due to its droughts when you really should be seeing more green.

High or low

If you don’t mind a little rain, the wet season is far more beautiful but definitely more humid. If you prefer visit Panama during its high season, plan your trip during the dry months. If you’d rather enjoy a more quiet holiday and lower overall prices, aim for the start or middle of the wet season and you won’t be disappointed.

The worst time of the year to visit Panama is during the month of November. Not only does Panama see the heaviest rainfall during this time but it is also a month of numerous national holidays when locals take their own vacations, resulting in many businesses closing down for the month.

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