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Arraiján, Panama

Panamá Oeste Province · Panama

Arraiján is a mid-size city in Panamá Oeste Province, Panama with a population of 76,815. Elevation: 404 ft (123 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

76,815 Population 1,928/sq mi density
404 ft Elevation 123 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
84.2 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone

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About Arraiján

Arraiján

Arraiján is a city and corregimiento in Arraiján District, Panamá Oeste Province, Panama with a population of 41,041 as of 2010. It is the seat of Arraiján District. Its population as of 1990 was 24,665; its population as of 2000 was 64,772.

People

Population76,815
Density1,928/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain84.2 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Population76,815
Population Density1,928 / sq mi
Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Coordinates8.9398°, -79.6404°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvincePanamá Oeste Province
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation84.2 inches (2,137 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arraiján

Arraiján is a mid-size city in Panama (Panamá Oeste Province) with a population of 76,815. The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet (123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.2 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.

Climate in Arraiján

Arraiján has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (26.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2342 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.9°C / 80°F 23.8° / 30.7° 28.7
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 23.7° / 31.5° 15.5
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 24.2° / 32.5° 40.6
Apr 28.3°C / 83°F 25.1° / 32.6° 159.8
May 28.2°C / 83°F 25.6° / 31.9° 264.3
Jun 27.8°C / 82°F 25.5° / 30.8° 257.4
Jul 27.7°C / 82°F 25.4° / 30.7° 248.0
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 25° / 30.4° 261.7
Sep 27.7°C / 82°F 25.1° / 30.7° 305.3
Oct 27.4°C / 81°F 25° / 30.6° 325.5
Nov 27.1°C / 81°F 24.4° / 30.3° 326.4
Dec 27.3°C / 81°F 24.8° / 30.4° 108.7
Arraiján has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 319 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 84.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Panama avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Area39.9 sq mi (103.2 km²)
Population Density1,928/sq mi
Coordinates8.9398°N, 79.6404°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 84.2"
121% above Panama avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 14.41"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

125 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M3.5 on Jul 19, 2023.

Feb 26, 2000 7 km SE of Narganá, Panama M6.1 132 km
Jul 4, 2009 4 km NNW of El Porvenir, Panama M6.1 104 km
Aug 13, 2003 4 km W of Cristóbal, Panama M5.4 57 km
Mar 16, 2002 11 km NNW of Pásiga, Panama M5.3 76 km
Jul 6, 2009 4 km NW of El Porvenir, Panama M5.3 102 km
May 1, 2021 17 km NNE of Santa Isabel, Panama M5.1 99 km
May 3, 2023 9 km SSE of Narganá, Panama M5.0 130 km
Oct 28, 2003 37 km NW of Nuevo Chagres, Panama M4.8 95 km
Feb 20, 2017 35 km W of La Guinea, Panama M4.7 84 km
Nov 6, 1999 27 km N of Narganá, Panama M4.7 139 km
Sep 24, 1991 12 km E of Narganá, Panama M4.7 140 km
Apr 9, 1994 15 km SE of Narganá, Panama M4.7 133 km
Aug 22, 2004 10 km SSE of Narganá, Panama M4.7 126 km
Mar 7, 2012 9 km N of Tubualá, Panama M4.6 99 km
Feb 9, 2011 9 km NNW of Nombre de Dios, Panama M4.6 82 km
Sep 22, 2013 33 km NW of Portobelo, Panama M4.5 97 km
Sep 26, 1997 18 km SSW of Palmira, Panama M4.5 64 km
Mar 14, 2019 10 km NNW of Contadora, Panama M4.4 67 km
Apr 17, 2016 18 km NNW of Coclé del Norte, Panama M4.4 114 km
Dec 3, 1999 41 km NNW of Nombre de Dios, Panama M4.4 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Otto Category 2 298 km
1996 Cesar Category 1 296 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 3 240 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 100 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (71 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Valle, El Stratovolcano 1,185 m (3,888 ft) Unknown 71 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in Driest
April 82°F (28°C) 3.4 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
June 80°F (27°C) 10.0 in
July 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
August 80°F (26°C) 9.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 10.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 14.4 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 13.7 in
December 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in

Arraiján has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 89.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.4") and March the driest (0.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Arraiján

Institution Type Founded Website
Instituto de Marina Mercante Ocupacional de Panama University
Instituto Tecnológico De Ciencias College
Universidad Americana University
Universidad Tecnológica de Panamá Oeste University

Schools in Arraiján

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centro Educativo Stella Sierra
Escuela Guillermo Andreve
Escuela Panamá Heights International Academy
Escuela Santa Clara
Colegio Cristóbal Adán Urriola
C.E.B.G. Vista Bella
Escuela Once de Octubre
Escuela Valle del Sol
Escuela Las Cascadas
Escuela Jesús en los Pobres
C.E.B.G. La Polvareda
Escuela Estado de Minnesota
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Radio Stations near Arraiján

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Beat Life Panama 80s, 90s AAC+ 64 kbps
Antena 8 100.1 FM 2000s, 2010s AAC+ 128 kbps
Ultra Stereo 98.9 FM AAC 32 kbps
TVN Radio AAC 213 kbps

Museums in Arraiján

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biomuseo
Biomuseo
Casa de la Municipalidad
Casa de la Municipalidad
Casa Museo Banco Nacional
Casa Museo Banco Nacional
Centro de Exhibiciones Marinas
Centro de Exhibiciones Marinas
Explora
Explora
Explora
Fundación Museo Arias Madrid
Fundación Museo Arias Madrid
Mariposario Metropolitano
Mariposario Metropolitano
Miraflores Visitors Center
Miraflores Visitors Center
Museo Afroantillano
Museo Afroantillano
Museo de Arte Contemporaneo
Museo de Arte Contemporaneo
Museo de Arte Religioso [Antiguo Convento de Santo Domingo]
Museo de Arte Religioso [Antiguo Convento de Santo Domingo]
Museo de Ciencias Naturales
Museo de Ciencias Naturales
Museo de La Chorrera
Museo de la cultura democratica
Museo de la cultura democratica
Museo de la Esmeralda
Museo de la Esmeralda
Museo de la Libertad
Museo de la Libertad
Museo de la Mola
Museo de la Mola
Museo de la Plaza Mayor
Museo de la Plaza Mayor
Museo de la Plaza Mayor
Museo Mercedario
Museo Mercedario
Panama Canal Museum
Panama History Museum
Panama History Museum

Libraries in Arraiján

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Admiralty0.0
Agencia Central Panameña de Publicaciones S.A.0.0
Bernardo Lombardo0.0
Bernardo Lombardo0.0
Biblionet Parque Lefevre Miguel A. Ordoñez0.0
Biblionet Parque Lefevre Miguel A. Ordoñez0.0
Biblionet Parque Lefevre Miguel A. Ordoñez0.0
Biblioteca Central0.0
Biblioteca Central0.0
Biblioteca Central0.0
Biblioteca Eusebio A. Morales0.0
Biblioteca Interamericana Simón Bolívar0.0
Biblioteca Justo Arosemena0.0
Biblioteca Lucas Bárcenas0.0
Biblioteca Municipial Noris Correa de Sanjur0.0
Biblioteca Municipial Noris Correa de Sanjur0.0
Biblioteca Nacional Ernesto J. Castillero0.0
Biblioteca Universidad Latina0.0
Biblioteca Universidad Latina0.0
Biblioteca Universidad Latina0.0
BP-Hortensio de Icaza0.0
FSU Library0.0
FSU Library0.0
Librería Distexsa0.0
Librería Distexsa0.0
Librería Distexsa0.0
Libreria La Preferida0.0
Libreria Universitaria0.0
Libreria y Novedades Emilio0.0
Tupper Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Arraiján

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cadena de Frío de Panamá
Cadena de Frío de Panamá
CIM GROUP
CIM GROUP
CIM GROUP
Feria libre
Feria libre
Feria libre
Mercadito de buhonería
Mercado de Artesanía
Mercado de Artesanías de Balboa
Mercado del Marisco
Mercado El Cruce
Mercado Público
Mercado Publico San Felipe Neri
Mercado Urbano

Restaurants in Arraiján

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cevichería Costa de Arraiján
Restaurante Tipico El Rincón De La 7

Cinemas in Arraiján

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ely

Clinics in Arraiján

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clínica Veterinaria Fenix

Gas Stations in Arraiján

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Delta
PA #383699141

Banks in Arraiján

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco Azteca

Breweries in Arraiján

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cervecería La Rana Dorada
El Perico Mañoso Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Arraiján

TeamLeagueDivision
Estadio Bernardo "Candela" Gil
Estadio Bernardo "Candela" Gil
Estadio de Balboa
Estadio Futuras Promesas
Estadio Futuras Promesas
Estadio Javier Cruz
Estadio Javier Cruz
Estadio Juan D. Arosemena
Estadio Maracaná
Estadio Municipal Andy Alonso
Estadio Municipal Andy Alonso
Estadio Nacional Rod Carew
Estadio Nacional Rod Carew
Estadio Olímpico Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez
Estadio Olímpico Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez

Airports Near Arraiján

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tocumen International AirportPTYLarge Airport
Enrique Adolfo Jimenez AirportONXMedium Airport
Marcos A. Gelabert International AirportPACMedium Airport
Capt. Alex H. Bosquez AirportSmall Airport
Captain Krish E. Persaud AirportSmall Airport
Cartí AirportCTESmall Airport
Chame Mayor AirportSmall Airport
Coral Lodge AirportSmall Airport
El Aguila AirstripSmall Airport
Fernando Eleta AirportSmall Airport
Fort Sherman AirportSmall Airport
Guillermo Palm Jaén AirportSmall Airport
La Joya AirportSmall Airport
Mandinga AirportSmall Airport
Panamá Pacífico International AirportBLBSmall Airport
Punta Cocos AirportSmall Airport
Raul Arias Espinoza AirportOTDSmall Airport
Rio Sidra AirportSmall Airport
San José Island AirportSICSmall Airport
San Miguel AirportNMGSmall Airport
Scarlett Martinez International AirportRIHSmall Airport
Viveros Island AirportIVISmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Arraiján

85 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centro De Diagnóstico Pediátrico
Centro De Diagnóstico Pediátrico
Centro de Medicina Integral Camino Real
Centro de Medicina Integral Camino Real
Centro de Salud de Pedregal
Centro de Salud Las Mañanitas
Centro Especializado de Medicina Física y Rehabilitación
Centro Médico
Centro Medico Andalucía
Centro Medico Andalucía
Centro Medico Atlantico
Centro Medico Atlantico
Centro Médico Bernardette
Centro Médico Bernardette
Centro Médico Bernardette
Centro Médico Bernardette
Centro Medico Dr. Beluche
Centro Medico Dr. Beluche
Centro Medico el Nazareno
Centro Médico Garibaldo
Centro Médico Garibaldo
Centro Medico La Gloria
Centro Medico La Gloria
Centro Médico Nazareth
Centro Médico Nazareth
Centro Medico Omega
Centro Medico Omega
Centro Medico Santa Isabel
Centro Medico Santa Isabel
Clinic Carballo
Clínica
Clínica Arango Orillac
Clínica Arango Orillac
Clínica Barres
Clínica Carballo No 2
Clínica de Heridas
Clínica de los Bomberos
Clínica de Ortodoncia
Clínica de Ortodoncia
Clínica de Piel
Clínica de Piel
Clinica de plaza Tocumen
Clinica de Reabilitacion Ortopedica
Clínica Einstein
Clínica Einstein
Clinica Imagen Dento Facial San Fenando
Clinica Imagen Dento Facial San Fenando
Clínica Madre María
Clínica Madre María
Clínica Metropolis
Clínica Metropolis
Clinica Sagrado Corazon de Jesus
Clínica Sagrado Corazon de Jesus
Clínica Santa Elena
Clínica Villa Zaita
Clínica Villarreal
Clínica Villarreal
Consulta Externa Pediátrica
Consulta Externa Pediátrica
Doctor Integral
Doctor Integral
Feet & Shoes
Feet & Shoes
GMED Sport
Instituto Nacional de Medicina Física y Rehabilitación
IVI Panama
IVI Panama
Laboratorio Clinico Fernandez
Laboratorio de Análisis Especializado y Control de Calidad, S.A.
Laboratorio de Análisis Especializado y Control de Calidad, S.A.
Laboratorios Clinicos de Sedas, S.A.
Laboratorios Clinicos de Sedas, S.A.
Laser Clinical Laboratory
Laser Clinical Laboratory
Medicina General
Metroclinic's
MyClinic
MyClinic
Policlínica General y Especializada
Policlínica General y Especializada
Shaddai Centro Médico
Shaddai Centro Médico
SINAPROC
SINAPROC
Tecnor Ortopedia

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arraiján

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catedral Ven a Jesús
Iglesia Aventista de Vista Bella
Iglesia Bautista de la Paz
Iglesia Bautista la Luz del Mundo
Iglesia Divino Niño Jesús
Iglesia Luterana Dios es Grande
La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días
San Nicolás de Bari

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Panama

Around Arraiján

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 21
Hospitals 2
Pharmacies 4
Restaurants 8
Cafes 6
Bars 6
Supermarkets 18
Banks 2
Parks 8
Police Stations 1
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 23

Things to See Near Arraiján

39 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (1)
  • • Ruinas de Capilla de Cardenas
🏖️ Beaches (10)
  • • Playa Chumica
  • • Playa de Isla Flamenco
  • • Playa de Isla Perico
  • • Playa de la Rampa
  • • Playa El Palmar
  • + 5 more
🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Fort Grant (EX U.S. Army Base)
🖼️ Galleries (3)
  • • Aco Working
  • • Colinas
  • • Villa Ana
🗼 Lighthouses (1)
  • • Flamenco Island Lighthouse
⛰️ Peaks (9)
  • • Cerro Ancón
  • • Cerro Cabra
  • • Cerro Cedro
  • • Cerro del Oro
  • • Cerro Gordo
  • + 4 more
🏛️ Ruins (3)
  • • Arco Chato
  • • Battery Murray
  • • Hospital Nacional Larga Estancia
🎢 Theme Parks (2)
  • • Divercity
  • • Parque Amelia Denis de Icaza
🌄 Viewpoints (9)
  • • Aussichtspunkt Skyline
  • • Canopy Crane
  • • Mirador
  • • Mirador Cerro Ancón
  • • Mirador Cerro Cedro
  • + 4 more

🇵🇦 About Panama

Capital Panama City
Population 4,176,873
Area 78,200 km²
GDP (USD) $83,812,155,244
GDP per capita $18,797
HDI 0.820
Life expectancy 79.6 years
Internet users 68.6%
Urban population 65.9%
Currency PAB (Balboa)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +507
TLD .pa
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Panama

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 9 Martyr's Day Martyr's Day
Feb 16 Carnival Carnival
Feb 17 Carnival Carnival
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Separation Day Separation Day
Nov 4 Flag Day Flag Day
Nov 5 Colon Day Colón Day
Nov 10 Shout in Villa de los Santos Shout in Villa de los Santos
Nov 28 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 8 Mother's Day Mother's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arraiján

What is the population of Arraiján?

Arraiján has a population of 76,815 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 1,928 people per square mile, spread across 39.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arraiján?

Arraiján has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.2 inches.

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