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El Banco, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
El Banco is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 542. Elevation: 3,248 ft (990 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Banco
El Banco, also called Cumbia Empire City, is a municipality of Colombia located in the southernmost part of the department of Magdalena, at the confluence of the Magdalena and Cesar River. It is part of the Depresión momposina. It is surrounded by the Zapatosa and Chilloa swamps.
People
Climate
| Population | 542 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,248 ft (990 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6894°, -82.5110° |
| 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 El Banco
El Banco is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 542. The city sits at an elevation of 3,248 feet (990 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 | 3,248 ft (990 m) |
| Area | 42.3 sq mi (109.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6894°N, 82.5110°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 | 127 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 116 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 77 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 76 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 65 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 81 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 58 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 6.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 14.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 14.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 14.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 16.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 19.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 12.3 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
El Banco has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 63°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 120.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.2") and February the driest (1.6").
Radio Stations near El Banco
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in El Banco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Potrerillos | ||||
| Museo Regional de Gualaca | ||||
| Sitio Arqueológico y parque temático Barriles |
Libraries in El Banco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Minerva Urriola | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Boquete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Banco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito La Bendición | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercando Público Cadena de Frío |
Breweries in El Banco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boquete Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in El Banco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Banco
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport | BOC | Medium Airport |
| Coto 47 Airport | OTR | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Golfito Airport | GLF | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cangrejo Verde Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 32 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 63 (Coto 63) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 67 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 |
| Potrero Grande Airfield | — | 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 |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Banco?
El Banco has a population of 542 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Banco?
El Banco 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.