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Achiote, Panama
Colón · Panama
Achiote is a small town in Colón, Panama with a population of 0. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Achiote
Bixa orellana, also known as achiote, is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central and South America. Bixa orellana is grown in many countries worldwide.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2224°, -80.0189° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Colón |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.2 inches (2,444 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Achiote
Achiote is a small town in Panama (Colón) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.2 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2224°N, 80.0189°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1882 | SAN BLAS ARCHIPELAGO | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 100 | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (73 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 73 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 7.5 in |
Achiote has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 98.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.5") and February the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Achiote
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beat Life Panama | 80s, 90s | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in Achiote
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Mateo Iturralde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Achiote
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Altos de los Lagos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Colón |
Stadiums & Teams in Achiote
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Achiote
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tocumen International Airport | PTY | Large Airport |
| Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport | ONX | Medium Airport |
| Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport | PAC | Medium Airport |
| Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Captain Krish E. Persaud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chame Mayor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Sherman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guillermo Palm Jaén Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
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What is the weather like in Achiote?
Achiote has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.2 inches.