Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Puerto Caimito, Panama

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Puerto Caimito...

Puerto Caimito is a coastal city in Panama. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 1674 people. The water temperature around Puerto Caimito varies slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 22.4°C (72.3°F) in April up to 29.5°C (85°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 27°C (81°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Puerto Caimito is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Puerto Caimito?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Puerto Caimito is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Puerto Caimito. The next good one is Malibu, which is just 23km (15.1miles) away from Puerto Caimito. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Malibu and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Puerto Caimito are Serena, which is approximately 24.3km (15.1miles) away, and Tetas, located ca 28.4km (17.6miles) from Puerto Caimito.

Are there beautiful beaches close to Puerto Caimito?

No, there are not too many beaches near to Puerto Caimito. A good beach nearby is Taboga, which is only 12.2km (7.6miles) away from Puerto Caimito. Another good beach near Puerto Caimito is Isla Grande, which is ca 53.9km (33.5miles) away.

What wetsuit is needed for Puerto Caimito?

The water temperature around Puerto Caimito is extremely warm, reaching up to 29°C (85°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a wetsuit is usually not needed for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Puerto Caimito. However, during March, April, and May, water temperatures cool down to approximately 22°C (72°F). In this season, a thin wetsuit top or a jumpsuit might be required for temperature-senstive people, but some might even be ok without a rashguard or thin top . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to bring a thin wetsuit or jumpsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Puerto Caimito?

Due to relatively large temperature changes throughout the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the season. The temperature ranges from 22 to 27°C (72-81°F) during March, April, and May. Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions typically change during August, September, and October when temperatures range from 24 to 29°C (76-85°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Puerto Caimito: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Puerto Caimito...

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