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Cativá, Panama
Colón · Panama
Cativá is a small city in Colón, Panama with a population of 29,607. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cativá
Cativá is a corregimiento in Colón District, Colón Province, Panama, with a population of 34,558 as of 2010. Its population as of 1990 was 19,101; its population as of 2000 was 26,621.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,607 |
| Population Density | 2,419 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3622°, -79.8323° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Colón |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.3 inches (2,623 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cativá
Cativá is a small city in Panama (Colón) with a population of 29,607. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.3 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Climate in Cativá
Cativá has an average annual temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.2°C), the coldest is Feb (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2511 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 157 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 12.2 sq mi (31.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,419/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3622°N, 79.8323°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 | 116 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 11.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 14.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 15.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
Cativá has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in December to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 103.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.9") and March the driest (0.9").
Schools in Cativá
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio IPTC de Colón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Altos de los Lagos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Los Lagos | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cativá
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 |
Libraries in Cativá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Mateo Iturralde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cativá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Super Ahorro | |||||
| Mercado Altos de los Lagos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Colón |
Restaurants in Cativá
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cativá
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cativá
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cativá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cativá
10 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 |
| 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 |
| Rio Sidra Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cativá
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Evangelio Triunfante de Restauración |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cativá
What is the population of Cativá?
Cativá has a population of 29,607 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 2,419 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cativá?
Cativá 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 79°F in July. The area receives 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.3 inches.