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Chame, Panama
Panamá Oeste Province · Panama
Chame is a small town in Panamá Oeste Province, Panama with a population of 2,362. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chame
Chame is a town and corregimiento in Chame District, Panamá Oeste Province, Panama with a population of 2,432 as of 2010. It is the seat of Chame District. Its population as of 1990 was 1,822; its population as of 2000 was 2,195.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,362 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5815°, -79.8843° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Panamá Oeste Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 93.0 inches (2,362 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chame
Chame is a small town in Panama (Panamá Oeste Province) with a population of 2,362. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.0 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 130.4 sq mi (337.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5815°N, 79.8843°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 14.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
Chame has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 83.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.3") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in Chame
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEBG Rafael Maduro G. | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Leonardo da Vinci | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Harmodio Arias Madrid | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chame
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 Chame
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Victoriano Lorenzo | ||||
| Serpentario |
Libraries in Chame
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chame
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Frutas | |||||
| Mini Super El Triunfo |
Restaurants in Chame
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chame
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chame
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chame
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chame
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chame
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chame
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tocumen International Airport | PTY | Large Airport |
| Alonso Valderrama Airport | CTD | Medium Airport |
| Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport | PAC | Medium Airport |
| Aguadulce Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Augusto Vergara 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 |
| 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 Chame
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San José |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chame
What is the population of Chame?
Chame has a population of 2,362 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 130.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chame?
Chame has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.0 inches.