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Colón is a mid-size city in Colón, Panama with a population of 76,643. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Colón
Colón is a city and seaport in Panama, beside the Caribbean Sea, lying near the Atlantic entrance to the Panama Canal. It is the capital of Panama's Colón Province and has traditionally been known as Panama's second city. City proper located entirely on Manzanillo Peninsula, surrounded by Limon Bay, Manzanillo Bay, and the Folks River. Since the disestablishment of the Panama Canal Zone, suburban corregimiento of Cristobal to include Fort Gulick, a former U.S. Army base, as well as the towns of Cristobal and Margarita; and recent corregimiento of Cristóbal Este now include the town of Coco Solo.
People
Climate
| Population | 76,643 |
| Population Density | 150,280 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3603°, -79.9002° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Colón |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.2 inches (2,317 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colón
Colón is a mid-size city in Panama (Colón) with a population of 76,643. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.2 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Climate in Colón
Colón 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 | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 177 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 150,280/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3603°N, 79.9002°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 | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 14.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 15.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | Coldest |
Colón has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 91.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.0") and March the driest (0.7").
Colleges & Universities in Colón
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| INADEH de Colon | College | — | — |
| Police Officers School Dr. Justo Arosemena | College | — | — |
| Universidad de Panamá - Sede de Colón | University | — | — |
Schools in Colón
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.E.B.G Carlos Clement | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Santa Teresita | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Metodista de Colón | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Enrique Geenzier | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio José Guardia Vega | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Colón
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 Colón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Mateo Iturralde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Colón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Super Ahorro | |||||
| Mercado Altos de los Lagos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Colón |
Hotels in Colón
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Colón
16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Colón
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Colón
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Colón
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Colón
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Colón
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Colón
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Colón
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Colón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colón
8 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 |
| Fort Sherman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Colón
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Fort San Lorenzo | ||
| Fuerte San Jeronimo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colón
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Albergue de María | |
| Casa de Adoras | |
| Casa de Dios | |
| Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Christ Church by the Sea | |
| Ciudad del Señor | |
| De La Palabra | |
| Iglesia de Dios | |
| Iglesia de la Medalla Milagrosa | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Unida Salem | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal | |
| La Gloria Postrera | |
| Masjid (Mezquita) de Colón | |
| Templo Hindú |
Quick Facts
Around Colón
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Colón
11 places within 15 km
- • Crab Beach at galeta
- • Playa Sherman
- • Atlantic Entrance Range Middle
- • Atlantic Entrance Range Rear
- • Gatún Northbound Rear (Gatún Locks)
- • Toro Point
- • Alojamiento del Castellano
- • Antigua Iglesia Unión
- • Antiguo Edificio de la Gobernación
- • Cuarteles
- • Vista Panorámica Esclusas Agua Clara
🇵🇦 About Panama
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Colón
Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Colón
What is the population of Colón?
Colón has a population of 76,643 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 150,280 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colón?
Colón 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 81°F in July. The area receives 177 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.2 inches.