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La Bonita, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
La Bonita is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 598. Elevation: 1,690 ft (515 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Bonita
La Bonita: Food for the People, or simply La Bonita, is a small chain of Mexican restaurants in Portland, Oregon, United States. The family-owned business operates three locations in north, northeast, and southeast Portland, serving burritos, chilaquiles, tacos, tamales, and other traditional cuisine. The restaurant has a good reputation, and has been included on two Thrillist lists of the country's best burritos.
People
Climate
| Population | 598 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,690 ft (515 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6190°, -82.7639° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Chiriquí Province |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 123.9 inches (3,146 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Bonita
La Bonita is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 598. The city sits at an elevation of 1,690 feet (515 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 123.9 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.0°F |
| 41% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 140 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,690 ft (515 m) |
| Area | 28.2 sq mi (73.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6190°N, 82.7639°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 | 123 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 138 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 75 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 49 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 37 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 137 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 68 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 29 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 101 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Turrialba (191 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Turrialba | Stratovolcano | 3,340 m (10,958 ft) | 2019 | 191 km |
| Irazu | Stratovolcano | 3,432 m (11,260 ft) | 1994 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°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 | 76°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 |
La Bonita 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").
Radio Stations near La Bonita
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in La Bonita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Sitio Arqueológico y parque temático Barriles |
Libraries in La Bonita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Bonita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macrobiótica El Sol | |||||
| Mercadito La Bendición | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Corredores | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercando Público Cadena de Frío | |||||
| Refrescos Enil |
Stadiums & Teams in La Bonita
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Bonita
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport | BOC | Medium Airport |
| 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 10 / Nuevo Palmar Sur 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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What is the population of La Bonita?
La Bonita has a population of 598 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 28.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Bonita?
La Bonita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 123.9 inches.