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Bocas del Toro Weather Forecast

Plan your trip to Bocas del Toro, Panama with confidence. Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data, expect average temperatures of 28°C (high) to 24°C (low), with 2,211mm annual rainfall. The Coastal Waters averages 30°C for swimming. Explore daily forecasts for all 365 days.

Avg High
28°C

Peak in October

Avg Low
24°C

Coolest in December

Annual Rainfall
2,211mm

Heavy in July

Daily Sunshine
8hrs

Peak in dry season

Sea Temperature

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

29.7°C

Annual Average

Water Feel
🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating
Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Coastal Waters

Ocean

Bocas del Toro coastline

Bocas del Toro Monthly Weather Guide

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Essential Travel Info for Bocas del Toro

Currency

PAB

B/. Panamanian balboa

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.876

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Location, climate overview & historical trends

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📍 9.3403° N, 82.2419° W

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Bocas del Toro is a prominent destination in Panama.

Located at 9.34°N latitude,Bocas del Toro experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.

Based on 30 years of data, October is the warmest month (avg. 28°C), while December is the coolest. July sees the most rain (85% chance), making March the driest month.

Historical Climate Trend

30-Year Analysis

+0.99°C

Total over 30 years

+0.33°C

Per decade

Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Bocas del Toro, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.

Best Time to Visit

NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)

Dry Season

Best months to visit

28°C

Avg High

Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Bocas del Toro receives approximately 2,211mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.

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Climate Trends

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1995-2040 Temperature Trend

+0.4°C
By 2040
Historical (NASA)Projected (CMIP6)
1995← Historical | Projected →2040

1995 Avg

27.3°

2024 Avg

28°

2040 Proj

28.4°

Historical Rate

+0.33°C

per decade (observed)

Projected Rate

+0.25°C

per decade (CMIP6)

🌡️ Bocas del Toro has warmed by +1.0°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.247°C/decade), for a total of +1.4°C from 1995 baseline.

NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)

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Remote
2/ 100
Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Peak

Dec

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

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Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert (PAC)
San José Juan Santamaria (SJO)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Panama.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Panama. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Panama.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Panama take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasThe provinces of Bocas del Toro, Chiriquí, Colón, Darién, Panamá, Panamá Oeste, and VeraguasThe indigenous provinces (comarcas indígena) of Emberá, Kuna Yala (also spelled Guna Yala) and Ngäbe-BugléRare cases in other parts of the countryNo malaria transmission in the Canal Zone or in Panama City (the capital)Drug resistanceChloroquine (east of the Panama Canal)SpeciesP. vivax(97%)P. falciparum(3%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisDarién, Emberá, Kuna Yala, and Panamá Provinces : Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2Bocas del Toro, Chiriquí, Colón, Ngäbe-Buglé, Panamá Oeste, and Veraguas Provinces: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Bocas del Toro Climate Data by Month

Historical temperature and precipitation averages

MonthAvg High C)Rain Probability (%)Status
January27°C47%🌧️ Rainy
February27°C42%🌧️ Rainy
March28°C38%Neutral
April28°C47%🌧️ Rainy
May28°C69%🌧️ Rainy
June28°C82%🌧️ Rainy
July28°C85%🌧️ Rainy
August28°C76%🌧️ Rainy
September28°C72%🌧️ Rainy
October28°C75%🌧️ Rainy
November27°C78%🌧️ Rainy
December27°C64%🌧️ Rainy

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Bocas del Toro Weather FAQ

When is the best time to visit Bocas del Toro?

Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, summer months are usually great choices.

When is the hottest month in Bocas del Toro?

October is historically the hottest month in Bocas del Toro with average highs of 28°C.

When does it rain the most in Bocas del Toro?

July typically sees the highest probability of rain (85%).

Is Bocas del Toro expensive?

Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.