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Alto Boquete, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Alto Boquete is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 4,746. Elevation: 3,409 ft (1,039 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alto Boquete
Alto Boquete is a corregimiento in Boquete District, Chiriquí Province, Panama. It has a land area of 89.4 square kilometres (34.5 sq mi) and had a population of 6,290 as of 2010, giving it a population density of 70.4 inhabitants per square kilometre (182/sq mi). It was created by Law 58 of July 29, 1998, owing to the Declaration of Unconstitutionality of Law 1 of 1982. Its population as of 2000 was 3,891.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,746 |
| Population Density | 112 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.7362°, -82.4333° |
| 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 Alto Boquete
Alto Boquete is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 4,746. The city sits at an elevation of 3,409 feet (1,039 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 | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Area | 42.3 sq mi (109.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 112/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.7362°N, 82.4333°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1991 | LIMON, PANDORA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 90 | 127 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 107 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 82 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 84 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 73 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 89 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 68 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 13.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 14.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 13.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 15.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 20.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 11.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
Alto Boquete has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 66°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 115.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (20.1") and January the driest (2.0").
Schools in Alto Boquete
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Estrella Los Valles | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Básico General Benigno Tomás Argote | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Básico General Jaramillo Abajo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Alto Boquete
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Alto Boquete
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Potrerillos | ||||
| Museo Regional de Gualaca |
Libraries in Alto Boquete
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Minerva Urriola | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Boquete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alto Boquete
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito La Bendición | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercando Público Cadena de Frío |
Hotels in Alto Boquete
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alto Boquete
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Alto Boquete
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alto Boquete
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alto Boquete
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Alto Boquete
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Alto Boquete
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boquete Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Alto Boquete
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Alto Boquete
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport | BOC | Medium Airport |
| Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport | CHX | Medium Airport |
| Coto 47 Airport | OTR | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Golfito Airport | GLF | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cangrejo Verde Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 32 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 63 (Coto 63) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 67 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 |
| San Vito de Java Airport | TOO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alto Boquete
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
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Public Holidays in Panama
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What is the population of Alto Boquete?
Alto Boquete has a population of 4,746 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 112 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alto Boquete?
Alto Boquete 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.