Eastern Panama, Panama: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Eastern Panama, Panama? If you're planning to go to Eastern Panama, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Eastern Panama
- Important essentials for Eastern Panama
- Activities for Eastern Panama
- Eastern Panama in January: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in February: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in March: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in April: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in May: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in June: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in July: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in August: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in September: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in October: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in November: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Panama in December: weather and what to pack
About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Eastern Panama, Panama
Based on the climate and weather in Eastern Panama, the best time to go is October. See below for details.
Important essentials for Eastern Panama, Panama
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Eastern Panama, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a great value.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
For families with young children
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Eastern Panama. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one works in most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
Airplane or car necessities
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Activities for Eastern Panama, Panama
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Eastern Panama.
Contadora Island (Isla Contadora)
Bayano Lake Caves (Lago Bayano Caves)
What to wear/what to pack for Eastern Panama, Panama by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Eastern Panama in January, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
February
February for Eastern Panama is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
March
Traveling to Eastern Panama in March, you will notice that it is really hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
April
Traveling to Eastern Panama in April, you will notice that it is really hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Loose-fit shorts
May
May is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
June
Traveling to Eastern Panama in June, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
July
If you are traveling to Eastern Panama in July, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
Skirts
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
August
August here is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
September
September for Eastern Panama is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Sunglasses
October
Traveling to Eastern Panama in October, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunglasses
Skirts
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
November
November is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunglasses
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
December
December in Eastern Panama can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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