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Kankintú, Panama
Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca · Panama
Kankintú is a small town in Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca, Panama with a population of 1,218. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kankintú
Kankintú is a town in the Ngöbe Buglé province of Panama.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,218 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.8463°, -81.8127° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 118.1 inches (2,999 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kankintú
Kankintú is a small town in Panama (Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca) with a population of 1,218. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 118.1 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 124 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 80.8 sq mi (209.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.8463°N, 81.8127°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | - | 86 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 121 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 143 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 140 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 136 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | - | - | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (183 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 12.3 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 13.2 in |
Kankintú has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 118.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.4") and March the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Kankintú
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Río Chiriquí | College | 1971 | , |
Airports Near Kankintú
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport | BOC | Medium Airport |
| Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport | CHX | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Finca 32 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca 67 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cabezona Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kankintú?
Kankintú has a population of 1,218 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 80.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kankintú?
Kankintú 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 79°F in July. The area receives 124 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 118.1 inches.