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When to go · Portobelo

Portobelo in December

Avoid month. Listed as a month to avoid: Oct–Nov (wettest), and expect rain May–Dec.

Key facts

Verdict
Avoid
Temperature
30°C / 24°C
average high / low
Rain days
14
Crowds
High
Panama overall
Prices
High
Panama overall

Verdict

AvoidBest and avoid months for Portobelo

Listed as a month to avoid: Oct–Nov (wettest), and expect rain May–Dec.

Weather in December

Long-term averages
  • PortobeloHighs around 30 °C, lows around 24 °C, rain on about 14 days
  • Caribbean, Panama · Bocas del Toro, Guna Yala, Portobelorainy

    Rain possible any month; September–October and February–March are the driest spells; outside the hurricane belt.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Panama overall
High
Prices · Panama overall
High

Panama overall: Dry season arrives mid-month; Christmas demand.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

What to pack

  • Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
  • A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

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