Showers and thunderstorms are expected across Panama on Saturday, October 17, with heavier afternoon rain forecast for western and central provinces, according to the Instituto de Meteorología e Hidrología de Panamá.
The Caribbean slope should have a relatively quiet morning. Moderate to heavy afternoon downpours may develop over Bocas del Toro’s mountains, northern Ngäbe-Buglé and northern Veraguas. Colón and Guna Yala may receive isolated showers. Rain could continue into the night in western Caribbean areas before gradually weakening.
On the Pacific side, morning rain around the Gulf of Panama could spread into eastern Panamá province, Darién, Emberá territories, southern Veraguas and southern Azuero.
Heavy afternoon and evening thunderstorms are forecast for Tierras Altas in Chiriquí, Veraguas, Azuero and Coclé. Panamá Oeste, Panamá province and Darién may also experience locally heavy downpours.
Maximum temperatures will reach 29–33°C along the Pacific slope and 28–31°C in Caribbean areas. The Central Cordillera will be cooler, with highs of 20–25°C.
Pacific waves may reach 1.5 metres, with offshore gusts up to 40 km/h. Caribbean waves will range from 0.8–1.2 metres. Ultraviolet radiation will be high to very high.
Sources: Instituto de Meteorología e Hidrología de Panamá (IMHPA)
