Climate Insights for Buena Vista

Panama

Hottest
May
28°C peak82°F peak
Coldest
February
20°C low67°F low
Wettest
October
452 mm rain17.8 in rain
Best to Visit
March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Buena Vista is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 3,190 mm of precipitation falls per year. Buena Vista receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Buena Vista sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Buena Vista is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 125.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Buena Vista receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Buena Vista sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°FebMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°MarMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 20°AprMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°MayMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°JunMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°JulMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°AugMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°SepMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°OctMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°NovMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°DecMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FAprMax: 80°FAverage: 74°FMin: 69°FMayMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FJunMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FJulMax: 80°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 68°F
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Buena Vista has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Buena Vista has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mm500mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 125mmFebPrecipitation: 108mmMarPrecipitation: 85mmAprPrecipitation: 169mmMayPrecipitation: 311mmJunPrecipitation: 342mmJulPrecipitation: 311mmAugPrecipitation: 311mmSepPrecipitation: 364mmOctPrecipitation: 452mmNovPrecipitation: 416mmDecPrecipitation: 194mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.9inFebPrecipitation: 4.2inMarPrecipitation: 3.3inAprPrecipitation: 6.7inMayPrecipitation: 12.3inJunPrecipitation: 13.5inJulPrecipitation: 12.3inAugPrecipitation: 12.3inSepPrecipitation: 14.3inOctPrecipitation: 17.8inNovPrecipitation: 16.4inDecPrecipitation: 7.7in
Precipitation

Buena Vista is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,190 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 266 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 452 mm of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 85 mm. That's 367 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Buena Vista is a very wet location, receiving approximately 125.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10.5 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 17.8 in of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 3.3 in. That's 14.4 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Buena Vista is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.Buena Vista is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 2mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan22°72°F
Feb22°72°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr23°74°F
May24°75°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul23°74°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct23°73°F
Nov23°73°F
Dec22°72°F

The best time to visit Buena Vista is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 85 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Buena Vista is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 82°F, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 67°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Buena Vista based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Buena Vista based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C68 °F
25 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
125 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C67 °F
25 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
108 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C68 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C69 °F
27 °C80 °F
7 km/h4 mph
169 mm6.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h3 mph
311 mm12.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h2 mph
342 mm13.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C70 °F
27 °C80 °F
5 km/h3 mph
311 mm12.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h3 mph
311 mm12.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h2 mph
364 mm14.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C69 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h2 mph
452 mm17.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C69 °F
26 °C78 °F
5 km/h3 mph
416 mm16.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
25 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
194 mm7.7 in
0 cm0 in