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Exploring Rio Gatun

The city of Rio Gatun has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Rio Gatun include:

• Playa La Angosta
• Colon Free Zone
• Colon 2000
• Gamboa Rainforest Resort
• Galeta Island Marine Education Center
• Monument to Christopher Columbus
• Canal Expansion Observation Center

When making plans for your holiday in Rio Gatun, you can also use ebookers to search for a convenient flight into Panama City (PAC-Marcos A. Gelabert Intl.) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to identify one that works best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Rio Gatun?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to visit Rio Gatun, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Rio Gatun are typically May and September, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are July and November, whereas February and March have the least.

Here's a rundown on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 29°C and at night it is 25°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 146 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 29°C during the day and 25°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 694 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 29°C and the night-time average is 25°C. Average precipitation for this season is 1010 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 29°C and 25°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 876 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Rio Gatun is 2726 mm.