Portobelo, Panama: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Portobelo, Panama? If you're planning to go to Portobelo, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Portobelo
- Important essentials for Portobelo
- Activities for Portobelo
- Portobelo in January: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in February: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in March: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in April: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in May: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in June: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in July: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in August: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in September: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in October: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo in November: weather and what to pack
- Portobelo 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 Portobelo, Panama
Based on the climate and weather in Portobelo, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Portobelo, Panama
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Portobelo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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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).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Portobelo. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one is sufficent for most areas, but you should check with your hotel.
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Portobelo, Panama by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January for Portobelo is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Skirts
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If you're going to the beach
February
February 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:
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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If you're going to the beach
March
March in Portobelo is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
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Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
April
If you are traveling to Portobelo in April, 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:
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
If you're going to the beach
May
Traveling to Portobelo in May, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
June
If you go to Portobelo in June, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
July
July can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
August
August is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
September
September in this region is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
October
October here can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
November
If you go to Portobelo in November, 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:
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Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
December
December can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
Activities for Portobelo, Panama
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Portobelo.
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