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Escobal, Panama
Colón · Panama
Escobal is a small town in Colón, Panama with a population of 1,790. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Escobal
Escobal is a corregimiento in Colón District, Colón Province, Panama with a population of 2,388 as of 2010. Its population as of 1990 was 1,964; its population as of 2000 was 2,181. Escobal is situated on the shore of Lake Gatun.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,790 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.1476°, -79.9638° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Colón |
| 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 Escobal
Escobal is a small town in Panama (Colón) with a population of 1,790. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 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.
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 | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 230.2 sq mi (596.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.1476°N, 79.9638°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 | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (67 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 67 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 in |
Escobal has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 96.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.9") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in Escobal
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.E.B.G Adelaida R. Herrera | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Escobal
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 Escobal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Mateo Iturralde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Escobal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Altos de los Lagos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Colón |
Stadiums & Teams in Escobal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Escobal
11 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 |
| Fort Sherman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guillermo Palm Jaén Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Escobal?
Escobal has a population of 1,790 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 230.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Escobal?
Escobal 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.