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Panama City in March
What March is really like in Panama City: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Ssaucedoc, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Panama City. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 12.1 hours of daylight. Hot, dry and sunny; good for canal transits and beach trips; Semana Santa may fall late in the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Sea temperature
- 25°C (77°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in March
March is the warmest month in Panama City: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 31 days. Compared with February (32°C (90°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:25
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:30
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Sea
- 25°C (77°F)
Dry season (mid-December–April). Sunny, breezy days around 32 °C with little rain; the busiest and priciest time, with the jazz festival and Carnival.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
- Semana Santa (March or April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Waterfront · Amador
Amador Causeway
Rent a bike or surrey near the start of the causeway in the late afternoon, when it is cooler and the skyline catches the sunset.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Views
- Active
- Outdoors
Waterfront · Bella Vista and Avenida Balboa
Cinta Costera
The coastal park built on reclaimed land along Avenida Balboa has kilometres of walking and cycling paths, sports courts and playgrounds facing the bay.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Views
- Active
Viewpoint · Canal Zone
Ancón Hill
Start early in the morning, when it is cooler and the wildlife is most active, and carry water.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
Park · Canal Zone
Metropolitan Natural Park
A protected area of tropical forest within the city limits, with marked trails that climb to a viewpoint over the city and the canal.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Kids
- Active
The sea averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Panama City.
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 23°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Panama City?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Panama City?
It is one of the best months to visit Panama City. Hot, dry and sunny; good for canal transits and beach trips; Semana Santa may fall late in the month.
+How warm is Panama City in March?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Panama City in March?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.