The best times to visit Costa del Este for ideal weather are
December 17th to April 29th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Costa del Este Travel Guide
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Weather in Costa del Este
Temperature
Average temperatures in Costa del Este vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 12th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Costa del Este, the hottest months are April, March, and then February. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late March where highs are regularly around 92.5°F (33.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.5°F (23.6°C) at night.
Costa del Este Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Costa del Este Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Costa del Este Perceived Temperature (F)
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Costa del Este Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Costa del Este Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 90.5 | 81.4 | 73.1 |
Feb | 91.2 | 81.7 | 73.3 |
Mar | 91.8 | 82.6 | 74.4 |
Apr | 91.9 | 82.7 | 75 |
May | 89.3 | 81.6 | 75.9 |
Jun | 88.5 | 81.2 | 75.9 |
Jul | 88.8 | 81.1 | 75.8 |
Aug | 88 | 80.7 | 75.5 |
Sep | 88 | 80.4 | 75.2 |
Oct | 86.6 | 79.9 | 75.2 |
Nov | 87.2 | 79.6 | 74.6 |
Dec | 89.1 | 80.5 | 73.9 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 32.5 | 27.4 | 22.8 |
Feb | 32.9 | 27.6 | 22.9 |
Mar | 33.2 | 28.1 | 23.6 |
Apr | 33.3 | 28.2 | 23.9 |
May | 31.8 | 27.6 | 24.4 |
Jun | 31.4 | 27.3 | 24.4 |
Jul | 31.6 | 27.3 | 24.3 |
Aug | 31.1 | 27.1 | 24.2 |
Sep | 31.1 | 26.9 | 24 |
Oct | 30.3 | 26.6 | 24 |
Nov | 30.7 | 26.4 | 23.7 |
Dec | 31.7 | 26.9 | 23.3 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Costa del Este are January, March, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid May with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of May 14th.
When can you find snow in Costa del Este? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Costa del Este.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Costa del Este (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 1% | 0 | 0.1 |
Feb | 2% | 0 | 2.2 |
Mar | 2% | 0 | 0.4 |
Apr | 11% | 0 | 3.1 |
May | 34% | 0 | 10.3 |
Jun | 24% | 0 | 8.9 |
Jul | 29% | 0 | 6.7 |
Aug | 27% | 0 | 6.6 |
Sep | 29% | 0 | 7.3 |
Oct | 33% | 0 | 9.5 |
Nov | 33% | 0 | 7.8 |
Dec | 15% | 0 | 3.7 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 1 | 0 | 0.3 |
Feb | 2 | 0 | 5.6 |
Mar | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Apr | 11 | 0 | 7.9 |
May | 34 | 0 | 26.2 |
Jun | 24 | 0 | 22.6 |
Jul | 29 | 0 | 17 |
Aug | 27 | 0 | 16.8 |
Sep | 29 | 0 | 18.5 |
Oct | 33 | 0 | 24.1 |
Nov | 33 | 0 | 19.8 |
Dec | 15 | 0 | 9.4 |
Humidity and Wind
Costa del Este has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (54.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (79.3%).
Wind in Costa del Este is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and January. March’s average wind speed of around 3.8 knots (4.4 MPH or 7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 13.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Costa del Este.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 3.4 | Barely noticeable | 11.7 | Significant breeze |
Feb | 3.4 | Barely noticeable | 11.7 | Significant breeze |
Mar | 3.8 | Barely noticeable | 11.9 | Significant breeze |
Apr | 2.4 | Barely noticeable | 9.4 | Gentle breeze |
May | 1.8 | Barely noticeable | 8.4 | Significant breeze |
Jun | 1.6 | Barely noticeable | 7.8 | Gentle breeze |
Jul | 1.6 | Barely noticeable | 7.7 | Significant breeze |
Aug | 1.6 | Barely noticeable | 8.1 | Gentle breeze |
Sep | 1.7 | Barely noticeable | 8.2 | Significant breeze |
Oct | 2 | Barely noticeable | 8.7 | Gentle breeze |
Nov | 1.9 | Barely noticeable | 8.6 | Significant breeze |
Dec | 2.5 | Barely noticeable | 9.8 | Gentle breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 58.5% |
Feb | 55.8% |
Mar | 54.5% |
Apr | 62.2% |
May | 72.5% |
Jun | 75.4% |
Jul | 75.2% |
Aug | 76.1% |
Sep | 77.6% |
Oct | 79.3% |
Nov | 78.9% |
Dec | 71% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Costa del Este?
Our best data indicates this area is generally safe, except in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are regional travel advisories for Panama; exercise normal security precautions and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Costa del Este, Panama is June, followed by March and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Costa del Este in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Costa del Este Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 92.5°F (33.6°C) and 87.6°F (30.9°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 1 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Summer (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 7 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Costa del Este, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 86.1°F (30.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 9 to 10 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is perfect this time of year in Costa del Este to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 91.9°F (33.3°C) and 88.4°F (31.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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