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El Potrero, Panama
Coclé · Panama
El Potrero is a small town in Coclé, Panama with a population of 550. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 550 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5220°, -80.5209° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Coclé |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.5 inches (1,588 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Potrero
El Potrero is a small town in Panama (Coclé) with a population of 550. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 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 62.5 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Area | 32.7 sq mi (84.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5220°N, 80.5209°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 11.6 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 15.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 11.5 in | Coldest |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.6 in |
El Potrero has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in November to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 96.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.2") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near El Potrero
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Stereo 90.7 FM | — | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in El Potrero
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Capilla San Juan de Dios | ||||
| Museo de la Historia y la Tradición Penonomeña (Museo de Penonomé) | ||||
| Museo del Parque Arqueológico El Caño | ||||
| Museo Hermanos Arias Madrid |
Libraries in El Potrero
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fernando Guardia Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Potrero
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Penonomé |
Breweries in El Potrero
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Nacional |
Airports Near El Potrero
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alonso Valderrama Airport | CTD | Medium Airport |
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Aguadulce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Augusto Vergara Airport | — | 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 |
| Scarlett Martinez International Airport | RIH | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Potrero
What is the population of El Potrero?
El Potrero has a population of 550 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 32.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Potrero?
El Potrero 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 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.5 inches.