Climate

The best time to visit Panama is during the dry season, which runs from mid-December to mid-April. Daytime temperatures in the dry season climb to about 35oC (90oF) and at night drop to about 24oC (75oF). During the rainy season, the humidity is high. Rain in Panama tends to come in sudden short downpours that freshen the air and are followed by full sunshine. Daytime temperatures in the rainy season climb to about 29oC (83oF) and can drop to a pleasant 19oC(66oF). For outdoors activities, dry season is the best time to visit Panama.

Time Difference

Panama is under U.S. Eastern Standard Time, except during Daylight Savings Time, when it is one hour behind EST.

Language

Spanish is the official language, although English is widely understood and spoken.

Currency

US Dollar is the official currency of Panama. Visitors can debit their accounts from most major banks in the world through the local network of ATM machines.