March weather forecast
Panama City, Panama

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Panama City in Panama, with its beautiful waterfront, and distant mountains and islands
Panama City in Panama, with its beautiful waterfront, and distant mountains and islands

Weather in March

The warmth of Panama City continues to persist in March. However, the onset of the rainy season is usually earmarked by this month with 13mm (0.51") of rainfall. This rainfall is a slight uptick from the previous two months but still far from the heavy showers characteristic for later months. In terms of daylight and sunshine, the city maintains its sunny disposition. These conditions provide a serene climate ideal for sightseeing and other tourist activities.

Temperature

Panama City, Panama, ushers in March with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.8°C (94.6°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. In March, Panama City endures a notable temperature shift from day to night, with lows averaging at a comfortable 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Rainfall

In Panama City, in March, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Panama City, Panama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131 days and collects up to 1907mm (75.08") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F).
Note: For engaging in water activities including swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as perfect, providing pleasure for extended durations.

Daylight

In Panama City, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in Panama City, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:27 EST.

Sunshine

In Panama City, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Panama City are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 12 in March translates into these instructions:
Ensure all key precautions. Defense against sun exposure is critical. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every two hours and right after outdoor activities or a swim. Notice! The Sun's UV exposure elevates with sand and water reflections.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Panama City in March?

In March, in Panama City, the average high-temperature is 34.8°C (94.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F).

How much does it rain in Panama City in March?

In Panama City, Panama, in March, during 1.4 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Panama City?

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Panama City, Panama.

What is the water temperature in March in Panama City?

In Panama City, Panama, the average seawater temperature in March is 26.3°C (79.3°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in March in Panama City?

In Panama City, the average day length in March is 12h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Panama City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:27 EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Panama City have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Panama City, Panama, is 5.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Panama City?

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Panama City, Panama.

What is the UV index reading in March in Panama City?

In Panama City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Panama City, Panama

Average temperature in March - Panama City, Panama
  • Average high temperature in March: 34.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (35.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (32.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (21.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (18.4°C).

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Average rainfall in March
Panama City, Panama

Average rainfall in March - Panama City, Panama
  • Average rainfall in March: 13.1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (330.7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (10.1mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Panama City, Panama

Average rainfall days in March - Panama City, Panama
  • Average rainfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Panama City, Panama

Average sea temperature in March - Panama City, Panama
  • Average sea temperature in March: 26.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is June (28.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (26.3°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Panama City, Panama

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Panama City, Panama
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average UV index in March
Panama City, Panama

Average UV index in March - Panama City, Panama
  • Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 10).

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