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Hicaco, Panama

Veraguas Province · Panama

Hicaco is a small town in Veraguas Province, Panama with a population of 520. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

520 Population 18/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
113.7 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone

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About Hicaco

Hicaco is a corregimiento in Veraguas Province in the Republic of Panama.

People

Population520
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain113.7 in/yr
Sunny Days156/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population520
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates7.6547°, -81.2031°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceVeraguas Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation113.7 inches (2,889 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hicaco

Hicaco is a small town in Panama (Veraguas Province) with a population of 520. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 113.7 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.

Hicaco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 113.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Panama avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days156 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area29.1 sq mi (75.4 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates7.6547°N, 81.2031°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 113.7"
199% above Panama avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 19.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

209 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 28, 2025.

May 13, 2014 110 km SE of Punta de Burica, Panama M6.5 131 km
Dec 17, 1990 136 km SSW of Río Grande, Panama M6.3 138 km
Apr 4, 2023 73 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M6.3 125 km
May 18, 1992 86 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M6.3 124 km
Apr 11, 2003 124 km SSE of Punta de Burica, Panama M6.2 144 km
Apr 1, 1997 53 km SSW of Boca Chica, Panama M6.1 133 km
Feb 28, 1995 south of Panama M6.0 105 km
Apr 2, 2014 33 km SSW of Boca Chica, Panama M6.0 129 km
Aug 26, 2024 83 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.8 119 km
Jul 15, 2020 69 km WSW of Río Grande, Panama M5.8 81 km
Sep 4, 2003 37 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.7 113 km
Feb 1, 2003 59 km WSW of Río Grande, Panama M5.6 71 km
Jul 4, 1994 62 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.5 120 km
Apr 24, 2024 77 km SSW of Boca Chica, Panama M5.4 130 km
Jul 14, 2001 30 km SSE of Pedasí, Panama M5.3 146 km
Jul 20, 2011 121 km SSE of Punta de Burica, Panama M5.3 137 km
Jun 17, 2023 69 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.3 124 km
May 14, 2014 86 km SE of Punta de Burica, Panama M5.3 136 km
May 14, 2014 61 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.2 124 km
Jun 3, 1999 107 km SW of Río Grande, Panama M5.2 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1934 COSTA RICA-PANAMA Earthquake 0.3 m 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (153 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Valle, El Stratovolcano 1,185 m (3,888 ft) Unknown 153 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 2.0 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in
May 80°F (27°C) 12.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 11.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 11.5 in
August 78°F (26°C) 15.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 17.1 in Coldest
October 78°F (26°C) 19.8 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 13.0 in
December 78°F (26°C) 4.0 in

Hicaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in September to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 113.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.8") and February the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Hicaco

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Original Stereo 90.7 FM MP3 256 kbps

Libraries in Hicaco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Daniel Álvarez0.0

Hotels in Hicaco

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hibiscus Garden

Restaurants in Hicaco

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hibiscus Garden

Airports Near Hicaco

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ruben Cantu AirportSYPMedium Airport
Aguadulce AirportSmall Airport
Arenas AirportSmall Airport
Coiba AirportSmall Airport
Coibito Landing AirstripSmall Airport
Ingenio Santa Rosa AirportSmall Airport
La Plantación AirportSmall Airport
Pixvae AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Panama

🇵🇦 About Panama

Capital Panama City
Population 4,176,873
Area 78,200 km²
GDP (USD) $83,812,155,244
GDP per capita $18,797
HDI 0.820
Life expectancy 79.6 years
Internet users 68.6%
Urban population 65.9%
Currency PAB (Balboa)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +507
TLD .pa
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Panama

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 9 Martyr's Day Martyr's Day
Feb 16 Carnival Carnival
Feb 17 Carnival Carnival
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Separation Day Separation Day
Nov 4 Flag Day Flag Day
Nov 5 Colon Day Colón Day
Nov 10 Shout in Villa de los Santos Shout in Villa de los Santos
Nov 28 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 8 Mother's Day Mother's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hicaco

What is the population of Hicaco?

Hicaco has a population of 520 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 29.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hicaco?

Hicaco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.7 inches.

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