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Cerro Plata, Panama
Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca · Panama
Cerro Plata is a small town in Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca, Panama with a population of 162. Elevation: 2,772 ft (845 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Cerro Plata
Sitio Prado is a corregimiento in Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca in the Republic of Panama.
People
Climate
| Population | 162 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,772 ft (845 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4773°, -81.5459° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.0 inches (2,820 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cerro Plata
Cerro Plata is a small town in Panama (Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca) with a population of 162. The city sits at an elevation of 2,772 feet (845 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.0 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.6°F |
| 38% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 157 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,772 ft (845 m) |
| Area | 197.3 sq mi (511.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4773°N, 81.5459°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 134 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 118 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (152 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 13.7 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 12.9 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 10.8 in | |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 14.7 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 16.0 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 18.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 12.6 in | Coldest |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in |
Cerro Plata has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 73°F in November to 76°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 111.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (18.5") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in Cerro Plata
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Básico General El Piro #2 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Alto Tolica | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Cerro Plata
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Pixvae Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cerro Plata?
Cerro Plata has a population of 162 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cerro Plata?
Cerro Plata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 157 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.0 inches.