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Dolega District, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Dolega District is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 1,653. Elevation: 810 ft (247 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Dolega District
Dolega District is a district in the Chiriquí Province of Panama. It covers an area of 251.4 km2 (97.1 sq mi) and has a population of 37,678 inhabitants as per the 2023 census. The district was established in 1855 before being annexed to the Boqueron District in 1868, and was re-created again two years later. The district has its capital at the city of Dolega.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,653 |
| Population Density | 57 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5667°, -82.4141° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Chiriquí Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 126.5 inches (3,214 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dolega District
Dolega District is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 1,653. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet (247 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.5 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 29.3 sq mi (75.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5667°N, 82.4141°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1991 | LIMON, PANDORA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 90 | 144 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 124 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 64 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 88 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 76 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 73 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 65 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 14.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 14.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 14.6 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 21.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 13.5 in | Coldest |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in |
Dolega District has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in November to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 121.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (21.9") and January the driest (1.5").
Schools in Dolega District
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Básico General Leopoldina Field | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Beatriz Miranda de Cabal | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Dolega District
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Dolega District
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Museo José Domingo de Obaldia | ||||
| Fort David | ||||
| Fundación Cultural Gallegos | ||||
| Museo al Ferrocarril | ||||
| Museo del Barrio y Antigüedades La Casona | ||||
| Museo Potrerillos | ||||
| Museo Regional de Gualaca |
Libraries in Dolega District
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca FCA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Las Lomas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Octavio Méndez Pereira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Minerva Urriola | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Santiago Anguizola Delgado | 0.0 | |||||
| Doctor Victor Levi Lasso | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Boquete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dolega District
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hbo Quick | |||||
| Mercadito La Bendición | |||||
| Mercadito Octavo Este | |||||
| Mercadito Zuny | |||||
| Mercado del Marisco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público Cadena de Frío | |||||
| Mercando Público Cadena de Frío | |||||
| Ventas La Solución |
Restaurants in Dolega District
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dolega District
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dolega District
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dolega District
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dolega District
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boquete Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Dolega District
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dolega District
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coto 47 Airport | OTR | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cangrejo Verde Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 63 (Coto 63) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Blanco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Ceiba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Fátima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabezona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laurel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Armuelles Airport | AML | Small Airport |
| Punta Banco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho del Mar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Vito de Java Airport | TOO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dolega District
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de San Francisco de Asís |
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What is the population of Dolega District?
Dolega District has a population of 1,653 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 29.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dolega District?
Dolega District has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.5 inches.