Rainiest Cities in Panama

Top 86 cities ranked by rainiest cities

Best Panama Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics, 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

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Warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine and clean air.
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Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.
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Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.
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Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.
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Rainiest Cities - Panama

1 Santa Fe 10 133.9"
2 El Pantano 10 133.9"
3 El Alto 10 133.9"
4 Nuevo San Carlitos 02 126.5"
5 Las Lomas 02 126.5"
6 Gualaca 02 126.5"
7 San Pablo Viejo Abajo 02 126.5"
8 David 02 126.5"
9 Pedregal 02 126.5"
10 La Concepción 02 126.5"
11 Montilla 02 126.5"
12 Aguacatal 02 126.5"
13 San Bartolo Línea 02 124.1"
14 Puerto Armuelles 02 124.1"
15 El Palmar 02 124.1"
16 Agua Buena 02 124.1"
17 Monte Verde 02 124.1"
18 Volcán 02 120.0"
19 Soná 10 117.1"
20 Changuinola 01 115.2"
21 El Empalme 01 115.2"
22 Boquete 02 115.2"
23 Almirante 01 111.4"
24 Bocas del Toro 01 109.4"
25 Puerto Pilón 04 103.3"
26 Cativá 04 103.3"
27 Sabanitas 04 103.3"
28 El Carate 07 101.8"
29 Peña Blanca 07 101.8"
30 El Cocal 07 101.8"
31 Chepo 08 98.2"
32 La Mitra 13 96.2"
33 El Coco 13 96.2"
34 Puerto Escondido 04 96.2"
35 La Chorrera 13 96.2"
36 La Herradura 13 96.2"
37 Guadalupe 13 96.2"
38 La Pesa 13 96.2"
39 Altos de San Francisco 13 96.2"
40 Santiago de Veraguas 10 94.5"
41 Canto del Llano 10 94.5"
42 Punta Delgadita 10 94.5"
43 Río Hato 03 93.0"
44 Colón 04 91.2"
45 Las Tablas Abajo 07 84.4"
46 Las Palmitas 07 84.4"
47 La Tiza 07 84.4"
48 Las Tablas 07 84.4"
49 San Juan Bautista 06 84.4"
50 Chitré 06 84.4"
51 La Arena 06 84.4"
52 Llano Bonito 06 84.4"
53 Monagrillo 06 84.4"
54 Aguadulce 03 84.4"
55 Calidonia 08 84.2"
56 Arraiján 13 84.2"
57 Tocumen 08 84.2"
58 Pedregal 08 84.2"
59 Nuevo Belén 08 84.2"
60 La Colorada 08 84.2"
61 San Miguelito 08 84.2"
62 Río Abajo 08 84.2"
63 Juan Díaz 08 84.2"
64 Betania 08 84.2"
65 Panamá 08 84.2"
66 Curundú 08 84.2"
67 Pacora 08 84.2"
68 Gonzalillo 08 84.2"
69 Vista Alegre 13 84.2"
70 Nueva Esperanza 08 84.2"
71 San Vicente 08 84.2"
72 Villa Unida 08 84.2"
73 Nuevo Arraiján 13 84.2"
74 Veracruz 13 84.2"
75 La Cabima 08 84.2"
76 El Chorrillo 08 84.2"
77 Alcalde Díaz 08 84.2"
78 Ancón 08 84.2"
79 Chilibre 08 84.2"
80 Parque Lefevre 08 84.2"
81 Las Cumbres 08 84.2"
82 Unión Chocó 11 83.9"
83 Penonomé 03 62.5"
84 Pocrí 03 62.5"
85 Antón 03 62.5"
86 Natá 03 62.5"

The rainiest cities in Panama receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Santa Fe leads with 133.9 inches of precipitation annually.

High rainfall supports diverse ecosystems, extensive park systems, and reliable water supplies. These cities often feature vibrant gardens, green spaces, and agricultural communities that benefit from consistent moisture throughout the year.

While abundant rainfall supports lush environments, it can also bring challenges including flooding risks, high humidity, and more frequent overcast days. Many rainy cities have adapted with robust drainage systems, covered public spaces, and a cultural embrace of indoor activities.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Santa Fe receives 133.9" of precipitation annually - that's about 11.2 feet of water.
  • 2. The rainiest cities in the U.S. are primarily in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest, though for very different reasons - tropical moisture vs. marine influence.
  • 3. High rainfall areas tend to have lower wildfire risk and more reliable municipal water supplies.

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