Panama Canal from Miami January 2026

During your Panama Canal cruise from Miami in January 2026, you will have the opportunity to go snorkeling, walk along beaches with pearly pink sand, and swim through crystal-clear blue waters. Here is a summary of the weather in the Panama Canal to help you efficiently plan your trip from Miami.

Panama Canal Weather Conditions in January

Begin the year with the Caribbean's warm embrace, offering a delightful escape from winter chill.

• Crowds: Moderate to high, as it's peak season due to pleasant weather.
• Cruise Prices: High, reflecting the demand for comfortable cruising conditions.
• Suitability: Excellent — dry season with minimal rainfall.
• Daytime Average Temperature: 90°F (32°C).
• Nighttime Average Temperature: 74°F (23°C).
• Water Temperature: Generally warm, around 78°F (26°C).
• Average Rainfall: 1.3 inches (33 mm).
• Average Rainy Days: 4 days.
• Rain Pattern: Mostly dry with occasional light showers.
• Hurricane Risk: Very low (Pacific side is not typically affected by hurricanes).

Cruise Lines

Departing from Miami, Panama Canal cruise ports welcome ships and visitors from the world’s most popular cruise lines, offering a large number of Panama Canal voyages in January 2026.

• Norwegian Cruise Line: Cruise the Caribbean on your terms with diverse entertainment and freestyle cruising.
• Regent Seven Seas Cruises: Discover the epitome of all-inclusive luxury at sea.

Duration

There are various Panama Canal itineraries departing from Miami in January 2026, ranging from 11 to 12 days.

• 11-day cruise
• 12-day cruise

Cruise Types

Nearly all cruises departing from Miami are roundtrip cruise.

• Roundtrip Cruise: Provide circular routes that return to the starting port—ideal for straightforward, return voyages.
• One-way Cruise: Journeys that start at one port and conclude at another, offering unique routes and sometimes lower prices.

Panama Canal Ports of Call

Panama Canal cruise from Miami include stops in some of the most breathtaking beaches and crystal-clear waters in the world.

• Colon: Acts as a gateway to the Panama Canal, offering insights into the engineering marvel and local culture.
• Panama Canal: A historic engineering feat that offers a unique voyage through its complex lock systems.
• Panama City: Modern city known for its vibrant nightlife and historic Casco Viejo district.

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11-day
Panama Canal
cruise from Miami
onboard Norwegian Pearl

Departure Date: Friday, January 2, 2026

Line Name: Norwegian Cruise Line

Ship Name: Norwegian Pearl

Duration: 11-day cruise

Cruise Type: Roundtrip cruise

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Ports of Call: Miami (4:00pm), Ocho Rios (8:00am-5:00pm), Cartagena (6:00am-4:00pm), Panama Canal (5:00am-3:00pm), Colon (5:00pm:00pm), Puerto Limon (8:00am-4:00pm), Harvest Caye (9:00am-4:00pm), Cozumel (12:00pm-6:00pm), Miami (7:00am);

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12-day
Panama Canal
cruise from Miami
onboard Seven Seas Grandeur

Departure Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026

Line Name: Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Ship Name: Seven Seas Grandeur

Duration: 12-day cruise

Cruise Type: One-way cruise

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Ports of Call: Miami (5:00pm), George Town (9:00am-5:00pm), Ocho Rios (10:00am-6:00pm), Bonaire (10:00am-8:00pm), Curacao (7:00am-7:00pm), Aruba (7:00am-3:00pm), Cartagena (1:00pm-11:00pm), Puerto Limon (7:00am-4:00pm), Panama Canal (At Sea), Panama City (7:00am);

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11-day
Panama Canal
cruise from Miami
onboard Norwegian Pearl

Departure Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Line Name: Norwegian Cruise Line

Ship Name: Norwegian Pearl

Duration: 11-day cruise

Cruise Type: Roundtrip cruise

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Ports of Call: Miami (4:00pm), Ocho Rios (8:00am-5:00pm), Cartagena (6:00am-2:00pm), Panama Canal (5:00am-3:00pm), Puerto Limon (7:00am-4:00pm), Harvest Caye (9:00am-4:00pm), Cozumel (12:00pm-6:00pm), Miami (7:00am);