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Gómez, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Gómez is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 1,257. Elevation: 1,181 ft (360 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gómez
Gómez is a common Spanish patronymic surname of Germanic origin meaning "son of Gome". The Portuguese and Old Galician version is Gomes, while the Catalan form is Gomis. The given name Gome is derived from the Visigothic word guma, "man", with multiple Germanic cognates with the same meaning, which are related to Latin homo, "man".
People
Climate
| Population | 1,257 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,181 ft (360 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5649°, -82.7402° |
| 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 Gómez
Gómez is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 1,257. The city sits at an elevation of 1,181 feet (360 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 | 1,181 ft (360 m) |
| Area | 28.2 sq mi (73.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5649°N, 82.7402°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 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 | 130 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | - | 141 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 68 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 53 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 41 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 139 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 62 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 30 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Turrialba (198 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Turrialba | Stratovolcano | 3,340 m (10,958 ft) | 2019 | 198 km |
| Irazu | Stratovolcano | 3,432 m (11,260 ft) | 1994 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 13.9 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 13.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 14.5 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 15.6 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 20.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 13.9 in | Coldest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in |
Gómez has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in November to 78°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 123.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (20.9") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in Gómez
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Básico General San Miguel | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Básico General Goméz | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gómez
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Gómez
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Potrerillos | ||||
| Sitio Arqueológico y parque temático Barriles |
Libraries in Gómez
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gómez
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito La Bendición | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Corredores | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercando Público Cadena de Frío | |||||
| Refrescos Enil |
Stadiums & Teams in Gómez
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gómez
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires Airport | BAI | Medium Airport |
| Coto 47 Airport | OTR | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Golfito Airport | GLF | Medium Airport |
| Palmar Sur Airport | PMZ | Medium Airport |
| Puerto Jimenez Airport | PJM | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cangrejo Verde Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dieciocho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca 63 (Coto 63) 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 |
| Salama Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vito de Java Airport | TOO | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gómez
What is the population of Gómez?
Gómez has a population of 1,257 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 28.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gómez?
Gómez 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.