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Cerro Viejo, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Cerro Viejo is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 253. Elevation: 1,388 ft (423 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cerro Viejo
Cerro Viejo is a corregimiento in Tolé District, Chiriquí Province, Panama. It has a land area of 59.5 square kilometres (23.0 sq mi) and had a population of 1,768 as of 2010, giving it a population density of 29.7 inhabitants per square kilometre (77/sq mi). Its population as of 1990 was 2,923; its population as of 2000 was 1,709.
People
Climate
| Population | 253 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,388 ft (423 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.2540°, -81.5752° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Chiriquí Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 117.1 inches (2,973 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cerro Viejo
Cerro Viejo is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 253. The city sits at an elevation of 1,388 feet (423 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 117.1 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.8°F |
| 44% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 153 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,388 ft (423 m) |
| Area | 29.1 sq mi (75.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.2540°N, 81.5752°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | — | 106 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 133 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (159 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 15.1 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 16.8 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 19.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 14.6 in | Coldest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in |
Cerro Viejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in November to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 117.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.6") and February the driest (0.8").
Airports Near Cerro Viejo
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Coiba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coibito Landing Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Plantación Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pixvae Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
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What is the population of Cerro Viejo?
Cerro Viejo has a population of 253 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 29.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cerro Viejo?
Cerro Viejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 153 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 117.1 inches.