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El Coco, Panama
Panamá Oeste Province · Panama
El Coco is a small city in Panamá Oeste Province, Panama with a population of 11,935. Elevation: 308 ft (94 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Coco
The Coco or Coca is a mythical ghost-like monster, equivalent to the bogeyman, found in Galicia, Portugal and Spain. Those beliefs have also spread in many Hispanophone and Lusophone countries. It can also be considered an Iberian version of a bugbear as it is a commonly used figure of speech representing an irrational or exaggerated fear. The Cucuy is a male being while Cuca is a female version of the mythical monster. The "monster" will come to the house of disobedient children at night and take them away.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,935 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.8769°, -79.8081° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Panamá Oeste Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.2 inches (2,444 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Coco
El Coco is a small city in Panama (Panamá Oeste Province) with a population of 11,935. The city sits at an elevation of 308 feet (94 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.2 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Climate in El Coco
El Coco has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.9°C), the coldest is Jan (26.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2293 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 308 ft (94 m) |
| Area | 314.7 sq mi (814.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.8769°N, 79.8081°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (52 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 14.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 14.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in |
El Coco has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 90.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.9") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in El Coco
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INADEH | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near El Coco
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 El Coco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miraflores Visitors Center | ||||
| Miraflores Visitors Center | ||||
| Museo de La Chorrera |
Libraries in El Coco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agencia Central Panameña de Publicaciones S.A. | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Lucas Bárcenas | 0.0 | |||||
| BP-Hortensio de Icaza | 0.0 | |||||
| FSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FSU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria La Preferida | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria y Novedades Emilio | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Coco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadena de Frío de Panamá | |||||
| Cadena de Frío de Panamá | |||||
| Mercado del Marisco | |||||
| Mercado Público |
Restaurants in El Coco
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in El Coco
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Coco
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Coco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio de Balboa |
Airports Near El Coco
17 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 |
| Captain Krish E. Persaud Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chame Mayor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coral Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Aguila Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fernando Eleta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Sherman Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guillermo Palm Jaén Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José Island Airport | SIC | Small Airport |
| Scarlett Martinez International Airport | RIH | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Coco
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Especializado de Medicina Física y Rehabilitación |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Coco
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Centro Cristiano | |
| Iglesia Cristiana Bautista | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Coco
What is the population of El Coco?
El Coco has a population of 11,935 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 314.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Coco?
El Coco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.2 inches.