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Chitré, Panama
Herrera Province · Panama
Chitré is a small city in Herrera Province, Panama with a population of 8,969. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chitré
Chitré is the capital of the Panamanian province of Herrera. Located in the northeast of the Azuero Peninsula, the district of Chitré has a population of 60,500 inhabitants. At present, approximately 100,000 inhabitants live in the metropolitan area of the city of Chitre, including the small towns of La Villa de Los Santos, Pesé, Parita and other towns. This city is the main commercial hub of the Azuero region and one of the most important cities in the country.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,969 |
| Population Density | 1,872 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.9601°, -80.4288° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Herrera Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.4 inches (2,144 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chitré
Chitré is a small city in Panama (Herrera Province) with a population of 8,969. 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 84.4 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 | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,872/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.9601°N, 80.4288°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 2.5 in |
Chitré has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 64.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.8") and February the driest (0.2").
Schools in Chitré
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio José Daniel Crespo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Tomás Herrera | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chitré
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flow 92.7 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Chitré
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa del Presidente Belisario Porras en Finca Pausilipo | ||||
| Museo de Chitre | ||||
| museo de la villa de los santos | ||||
| Museo Manuel Fernando Zárate | ||||
| Museum Belisario Porras |
Libraries in Chitré
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Publica de Chitre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chitré
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Publico |
Hotels in Chitré
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chitré
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chitré
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Chitré
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chitré
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chitré
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Chitré
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chitré
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chitré
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chitré
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chitré
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chitré
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chitré
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alonso Valderrama Airport | CTD | Medium Airport |
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Aguadulce Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arenas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Augusto Vergara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Candelaria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Capt. J. Montenegro Airport | PDM | 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 |
| Ingenio Santa Rosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Plantación Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scarlett Martinez International Airport | RIH | Small Airport |
| Tonosí Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chitré
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chitré
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa Cural | |
| Catedral San Juan Bautista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chitré
What is the population of Chitré?
Chitré has a population of 8,969 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 1,872 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chitré?
Chitré 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 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.4 inches.