Climate Insights for Barranco

Distrito de Changuinola, Provincia de Bocas del Toro, Panama

Hottest
September
28°C peak
Coldest
February
22°C low
Wettest
October
466mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Barranco is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 3758mm of precipitation falls per year. Barranco receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Barranco sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 22° Feb Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 22° Mar Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 23° Apr Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 24° May Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jun Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 24° Aug Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Sep Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Oct Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 24° Nov Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 24° Dec Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 23°
Max
Average
Min

Barranco has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 271mm Feb Precipitation: 133mm Mar Precipitation: 113mm Apr Precipitation: 163mm May Precipitation: 408mm Jun Precipitation: 364mm Jul Precipitation: 465mm Aug Precipitation: 378mm Sep Precipitation: 280mm Oct Precipitation: 466mm Nov Precipitation: 384mm Dec Precipitation: 335mm
Precipitation

Barranco is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3758mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 313mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 466mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 113mm. That's 353mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Barranco is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Barranco, which began on June 21, 2026. Barranco sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in September at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 683mm across the season with a monthly average of 228mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1206mm across the season with a monthly average of 402mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1130mm across the season with a monthly average of 377mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 739mm across the season with a monthly average of 246mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barranco 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
22 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
271 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
Mar
23 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
408 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
24 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
364 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
465 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
280 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
466 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
384 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
335 mm
0 cm
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