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Buena Vista, Panama
Colón · Panama
Buena Vista is a small town in Colón, Panama with a population of 4,077. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Buena Vista
Buena Vista is a corregimiento in Colón District, Colón Province, Panama with a population of 14,285 as of 2010. Its population as of 1990 was 7,547; its population as of 2000 was 10,428.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,077 |
| Population Density | 144 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2739°, -79.6958° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Colón |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 104.7 inches (2,659 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buena Vista
Buena Vista is a small town in Panama (Colón) with a population of 4,077. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.7 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 154 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 28.4 sq mi (73.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 144/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2739°N, 79.6958°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 | 111 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
Buena Vista has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 104.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.6") and February the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Buena Vista
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 Buena Vista
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explora | ||||
| Explora | ||||
| Explora |
Libraries in Buena Vista
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Mateo Iturralde | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universidad Latina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universidad Latina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universidad Latina | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Buena Vista
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadena de Frío de Panamá | |||||
| Cadena de Frío de Panamá | |||||
| CIM GROUP | |||||
| CIM GROUP | |||||
| CIM GROUP | |||||
| El Super Ahorro | |||||
| Mercado Altos de los Lagos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Colón | |||||
| Mercado Urbano |
Restaurants in Buena Vista
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buena Vista
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Buena Vista
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Buena Vista
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Bernardo "Candela" Gil | ||
| Estadio Bernardo "Candela" Gil | ||
| Estadio Futuras Promesas | ||
| Estadio Futuras Promesas | ||
| Estadio Nacional Rod Carew | ||
| Estadio Nacional Rod Carew | ||
| Estadio Olímpico Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez | ||
| Estadio Olímpico Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez |
Airports Near Buena Vista
14 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 |
| Cartí Airport | CTE | Small Airport |
| Chame Mayor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coral Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Sherman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Raul Arias Espinoza Airport | OTD | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Buena Vista
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Médico Nazareth | ||
| Centro Médico Nazareth | ||
| Centro Medico Santa Isabel | ||
| Centro Medico Santa Isabel | ||
| Clínica Villa Zaita | ||
| Instituto Nacional de Medicina Física y Rehabilitación | ||
| MyClinic | ||
| MyClinic | ||
| SINAPROC | ||
| SINAPROC |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Buena Vista?
Buena Vista has a population of 4,077 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 144 people per square mile, spread across 28.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buena Vista?
Buena Vista has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 154 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.7 inches.