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Weather & Climate in Panama City, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Panama City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.7°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 35.4 sq mi (91.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 965/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.1663°N, 85.6702°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Bay County County |
| Nearest Airport | Northwest Florida Beaches International (ECP) 15 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 94.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 30.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 29.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
16 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 4 | 138 mph | 191 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 208 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 193 km |
| 2020 | Sally | Category 2 | 109 mph | 180 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 25 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 142 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 138 mph | 122 km |
| 2004 | Ivan | Category 4 | 132 mph | 213 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 2 | 98 mph | 8 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 109 mph | 289 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 216 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 4 | 127 mph | 138 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 90 km |
| 1995 | Allison | Category 1 | 75 mph | 288 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 88 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 3 | 115 mph | 32 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
424 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 18 fatalities, 327 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF3 | 9 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Mar 31, 2022 | EF3 | 55 km | 12.1 mi | 2 |
| Dec 10, 1967 | EF3 | 14 km | 7.1 mi | 1 |
| Dec 10, 1967 | EF3 | 70 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 1964 | EF3 | 91 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 79 km | 34.8 mi | 1 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 8 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 9 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2024 | EF2 | 74 km | 16.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2023 | EF2 | 85 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 68 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 18, 2022 | EF2 | 4 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2021 | EF2 | 25 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 2020 | EF2 | 62 km | 17.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 2014 | EF2 | 63 km | 22.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 2004 | EF2 | 78 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 15, 2004 | EF2 | 70 km | 7.0 mi | 4 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF2 | 84 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 2001 | EF2 | 57 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 15, 2001 | EF2 | 50 km | 10.0 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BERTHA SWAMP RD (23,036 acres, 2022).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2022 | BERTHA SWAMP RD | 23,036 | 30 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 11,539 | 84 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 11,445 | 78 km |
| 2021 | BU 83/84/85 | 10,582 | 84 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,132 | 85 km |
| 2008 | GUM BAY | 9,965 | 93 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,688 | 84 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 8,424 | 72 km |
| 2014 | BURN UNIT 057 | 8,381 | 84 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,237 | 84 km |
| 2024 | ANF BU 89 RX 0423 | 8,133 | 96 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 8,120 | 85 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 8,012 | 73 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 7,968 | 65 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 7,683 | 76 km |
| 2020 | VILAS | 7,663 | 80 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 7,660 | 92 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 7,619 | 85 km |
| 2024 | ANF BU 241 242 RX 0202 | 7,573 | 99 km |
| 2018 | FIREBREAK 56 (23) | 7,530 | 44 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in |
Panama City has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and April the driest (3.4").