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Gatún, Panama
Colón · Panama
Gatún is a small town in Colón, Panama with a population of 1,553. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Gatún
Gatun is a small town on the Atlantic Side of the Panama Canal, located south of the city of Colón at the point in which Gatun Lake meets the channel to the Caribbean Sea. The town is best known as the site of the Panama Canal's Gatun Locks and Gatun Dam, built by the United States between 1906–1914.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,553 |
| Population Density | 212 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2891°, -79.7680° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Colón |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 104.7 inches (2,659 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gatún
Gatún is a small town in Panama (Colón) with a population of 1,553. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.7 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 154 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 157 ft (48 m) |
| Area | 7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 212/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2891°N, 79.7680°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 | 116 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (90 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
Gatún has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 104.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.6") and February the driest (0.9").
Schools in Gatún
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Río Gatún | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gatún
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 Gatún
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Mateo Iturralde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gatún
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Super Ahorro | |||||
| Mercado Altos de los Lagos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Colón |
Stadiums & Teams in Gatún
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Nacional Rod Carew | ||
| Estadio Nacional Rod Carew |
Airports Near Gatún
13 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 |
| Fort Sherman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Raul Arias Espinoza Airport | OTD | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Gatún
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clínica Villa Zaita | ||
| SINAPROC | ||
| SINAPROC |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gatún
What is the population of Gatún?
Gatún has a population of 1,553 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 212 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gatún?
Gatún has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 154 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.7 inches.