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Capira, Panama
Panamá Oeste Province · Panama
Capira is a small town in Panamá Oeste Province, Panama with a population of 3,432. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Capira
Capira is a town and corregimiento in Capira District, Panamá Oeste Province, Panama with a population of 5,181 as of 2010. It is the seat of Capira District. Its population as of 1990 was 3,606; its population as of 2000 was 4,553.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,432 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.7584°, -79.8776° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Panamá Oeste Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.2 inches (2,444 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Capira
Capira is a small town in Panama (Panamá Oeste Province) with a population of 3,432. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet (120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.2 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Area | 485.7 sq mi (1,258.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.7584°N, 79.8776°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 10.5 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 15.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 12.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 5.4 in |
Capira has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 93.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.0") and March the driest (0.8").
Schools in Capira
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Federico Boyd | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Capira
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 Capira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de La Chorrera | ||||
| Museo Victoriano Lorenzo | ||||
| Serpentario |
Libraries in Capira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agencia Central Panameña de Publicaciones S.A. | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Lucas Bárcenas | 0.0 | |||||
| BP-Hortensio de Icaza | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria La Preferida | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria y Novedades Emilio | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Capira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Frutas | |||||
| Mercado del Marisco | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mini Super El Triunfo |
Restaurants in Capira
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Capira
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Capira
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Capira
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Capira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Capira
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 |
| Aguadulce Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Captain Krish E. Persaud Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chame Mayor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Aguila Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Sherman Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guillermo Palm Jaén Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scarlett Martinez International Airport | RIH | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Capira
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Universal |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Capira
What is the population of Capira?
Capira has a population of 3,432 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 485.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Capira?
Capira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.2 inches.