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Alanje, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Alanje is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 1,373. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alanje
Alanje is a corregimiento in Alanje District, Chiriquí Province, Panama. It is the seat of Alanje District. It has a land area of 21.4 square kilometres (8.3 sq mi) and had a population of 3,168 as of 2023, giving it a population density of 153.2 inhabitants per square kilometre (397/sq mi). Its population as of 2010 was 2,406; its population as of 2000 was 2,703.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,373 |
| Population Density | 46 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4000°, -82.5587° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Chiriquí Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 126.5 inches (3,214 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alanje
Alanje is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 1,373. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.5 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 29.8 sq mi (77.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4000°N, 82.5587°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | - | 147 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 45 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 78 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 67 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 49 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 50 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 11.2 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 24.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 12.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 4.7 in |
Alanje has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 117.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (24.2") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Alanje
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Básico General de Alanje | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria de Mostrenco | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alanje
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Alanje
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Museo José Domingo de Obaldia | ||||
| Fort David | ||||
| Fundación Cultural Gallegos | ||||
| Museo al Ferrocarril | ||||
| Museo del Barrio y Antigüedades La Casona |
Libraries in Alanje
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca FCA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Las Lomas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Octavio Méndez Pereira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Santiago Anguizola Delgado | 0.0 | |||||
| Doctor Victor Levi Lasso | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alanje
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hbo Quick | |||||
| Mercadito La Bendición | |||||
| Mercadito Octavo Este | |||||
| Mercadito Zuny | |||||
| Mercado del Marisco | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público Cadena de Frío | |||||
| Ventas La Solución |
Clinics in Alanje
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Alanje
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alanje
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Alanje
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Alanje
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coto 47 Airport | OTR | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Golfito Airport | GLF | Medium Airport |
| Puerto Jimenez Airport | PJM | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cangrejo Verde Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca 63 (Coto 63) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca Blanco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca Ceiba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca Fátima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cabezona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laurel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Potrero Grande Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Armuelles Airport | AML | Small Airport |
| Punta Banco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho del Mar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Salama Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vito de Java Airport | TOO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alanje
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista Séptimo Día | |
| Parroquia Santigo Apóstol | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Alanje
What is the population of Alanje?
Alanje has a population of 1,373 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 29.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alanje?
Alanje has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.5 inches.