Sign In Register

Kusapín, Panama

Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca · Panama

Kusapín is a small town in Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca, Panama with a population of 1,408. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,408 Population 51/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
110.5 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone

Discover Kusapín, Panama

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Kusapín

Kusapín

Kusapín is a district of the county Panamanian indigenous Ngabe Bugle. Its capital is the town of Kusapín. It has an area of 1,693.2 km2 (653.7 sq mi) and a population of 33,121 inhabitants according to 2010 census data. The district's population is predominantly ethnic Ngobe Bugle.

People

Population1,408
Density51/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain110.5 in/yr
Sunny Days135/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population1,408
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates9.1816°, -81.8879°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceNgöbe-Buglé Comarca
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation110.5 inches (2,807 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kusapín

Kusapín is a small town in Panama (Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca) with a population of 1,408. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 110.5 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.

Kusapín has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 135 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 110.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Panama avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days135 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area27.8 sq mi (71.9 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates9.1816°N, 81.8879°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 110.5"
191% above Panama avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.44"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

364 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 22, 1991 34 km S of Limón, Costa Rica M7.6 142 km
May 4, 1991 16 km NE of Changuinola, Panama M6.2 71 km
Jun 26, 2019 4 km SE of Aserrío de Gariché, Panama M6.2 124 km
Feb 4, 2004 2 km S of Finca Blanco, Panama M6.1 142 km
Nov 9, 2001 33 km NE of Changuinola, Panama M6.1 68 km
May 12, 2019 1 km W of Breñón, Panama M6.0 121 km
Apr 2, 2014 33 km SSW of Boca Chica, Panama M6.0 147 km
Jun 30, 2005 3 km W of Progreso, Panama M5.9 136 km
Aug 3, 2002 4 km ESE of Puerto Armuelles, Panama M5.8 145 km
Jul 22, 2024 8 km SE of Puerto Armuelles, Panama M5.7 147 km
May 27, 1991 2 km SW of La Mesa, Panama M5.7 95 km
Sep 4, 2003 37 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.7 148 km
May 27, 2013 8 km SSW of Guabito, Panama M5.7 86 km
Jul 22, 2024 11 km ESE of Puerto Armuelles, Panama M5.6 144 km
May 26, 2008 11 km WNW of Finca Blanco, Panama M5.6 146 km
Jan 7, 2004 3 km SE of Divalá, Panama M5.5 125 km
Jul 13, 2024 17 km ENE of Limones, Panama M5.4 146 km
Oct 1, 1998 25 km NE of Sixaola, Costa Rica M5.4 82 km
Mar 11, 2009 2 km ENE of Golfito, Costa Rica M5.3 147 km
Jul 8, 2024 2 km SSW of Sioguí Abajo, Panama M5.3 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Otto Category 3 221 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 3 279 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

6 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 90 142 km
1916 BOCAS DEL TORO Earthquake 1.3 m - 48 km
1934 COSTA RICA-PANAMA Earthquake 0.3 m - 148 km
1983 COSTA RICA Earthquake 0.1 m 6 144 km
1854 COSTA RICA-PANAMA Eruption + Earthquake - - 144 km
1822 MATINA Earthquake - - 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 5.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in Driest
April 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
May 80°F (26°C) 9.3 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 10.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 11.4 in
August 79°F (26°C) 11.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 12.4 in Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 12.3 in
November 78°F (25°C) 11.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 9.7 in

Kusapín has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 110.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.4") and March the driest (3.7").

View full weather details →

Airports Near Kusapín

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International AirportBOCMedium Airport
Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International AirportCHXMedium Airport
Deborah Airport-Small Airport
Finca 32 Airport-Small Airport
Finca 67 Airport-Small Airport
Sixaola Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Panama
Area
76.5 km² (29.5 mi²)

🇵🇦 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Kusapín.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Kusapín

What is the population of Kusapín?

Kusapín has a population of 1,408 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kusapín?

Kusapín has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 135 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 110.5 inches.

Nearby Cities

Compare Kusapín with another city: