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Cañazas, Panama
Veraguas Province · Panama
Cañazas is a small town in Veraguas Province, Panama with a population of 3,219. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Cañazas
Cañazas is a corregimiento in Cañazas District, Veraguas Province, Panama, with a population of 4,836 as of 2010. It is the seat of Cañazas District. Its population as of 1990 was 8,015; its population as of 2000 was 5,346.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,219 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3200°, -81.2115° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Veraguas Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.8 inches (2,940 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cañazas
Cañazas is a small town in Panama (Veraguas Province) with a population of 3,219. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet (201 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.8 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 154 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 197.3 sq mi (511.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3200°N, 81.2115°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 14.0 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 13.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 15.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 16.7 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 19.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 13.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 4.6 in |
Cañazas has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in October to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 115.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.3") and February the driest (0.7").
Schools in Cañazas
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.E.B.G Alto Ibala | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.B.G Los Panamaes | — | — | — | — |
| I.P.T. César Clavel Méndez | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.B.G José de La Cruz Merida | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cañazas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Stereo 90.7 FM | — | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Cañazas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Interactivo Canal de Panamá | ||||
| Regional de Veraguas |
Libraries in Cañazas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotéca Julio Fábrega | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cañazas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achiote Food and Drinks | |||||
| Amicaj | |||||
| Benhur Isaak | |||||
| Centro 168 | |||||
| Centro China | |||||
| El Estadio | |||||
| Florencia | |||||
| Kiosco Jennifer | |||||
| Mercabastos | |||||
| Mercado Agrícola | |||||
| Mini Super | |||||
| Mini Super Mitchel | |||||
| Servicios Múltiples |
Stadiums & Teams in Cañazas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cañazas
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Aguadulce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coibito Landing Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Santa Rosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Plantación Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pixvae Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cañazas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Martin de Porres | |
| San Francisco Javier |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cañazas
What is the population of Cañazas?
Cañazas has a population of 3,219 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cañazas?
Cañazas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 154 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.8 inches.