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La Esmeralda, Panama

Panamá · Panama

La Esmeralda is a small town in Panamá, Panama with a population of 524. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

524 Population 1/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
87.4 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone

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People

Population524
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain87.4 in/yr
Sunny Days180/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population524
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates8.2682°, -78.9246°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvincePanamá
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation87.4 inches (2,221 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About La Esmeralda

La Esmeralda is a small town in Panama (Panamá) with a population of 524. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.4 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.

La Esmeralda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 180 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 87.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above Panama avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days180 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area500.5 sq mi (1,296.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates8.2682°N, 78.9246°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 87.4"
130% above Panama avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 13.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Mar 5, 2025.

Feb 26, 2000 7 km SE of Narganá, Panama M6.1 134 km
Jul 4, 2009 4 km NNW of El Porvenir, Panama M6.1 147 km
Jan 27, 2018 47 km SE of Pedasí, Panama M5.7 137 km
Jan 31, 2018 53 km SE of Pedasí, Panama M5.6 139 km
Jan 4, 1999 23 km SSE of Jaqué, Panama M5.5 141 km
Mar 16, 2002 11 km NNW of Pásiga, Panama M5.3 84 km
Jul 6, 2009 4 km NW of El Porvenir, Panama M5.3 146 km
Jul 31, 2000 52 km ESE of Pedasí, Panama M5.2 129 km
Jan 31, 2018 38 km ESE of Pedasí, Panama M5.2 125 km
Feb 18, 2018 73 km W of Jaqué, Panama M5.1 77 km
Jul 14, 2001 37 km SE of Pedasí, Panama M5.1 148 km
Jan 29, 2018 58 km ESE of Pedasí, Panama M5.0 132 km
May 3, 2023 9 km SSE of Narganá, Panama M5.0 130 km
Jan 20, 2020 53 km WSW of Jaqué, Panama M4.9 104 km
Apr 22, 2001 54 km WSW of Jaqué, Panama M4.8 106 km
May 4, 2017 15 km NW of Playón Chico, Panama M4.8 141 km
May 29, 2003 37 km SW of Jaqué, Panama M4.7 130 km
Feb 20, 2017 35 km W of La Guinea, Panama M4.7 36 km
Apr 9, 1994 15 km SE of Narganá, Panama M4.7 128 km
Apr 29, 2002 51 km SE of Pedasí, Panama M4.7 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (141 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Valle, El Stratovolcano 1,185 m (3,888 ft) Unknown 141 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 0.7 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 3.8 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in
June 80°F (27°C) 11.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 8.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 11.3 in
October 79°F (26°C) 13.8 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 12.8 in Coldest
December 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in

La Esmeralda has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in November to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 87.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.8") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in La Esmeralda

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela La Esmeralda
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Airports Near La Esmeralda

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Marcos A. Gelabert International AirportPACMedium Airport
Bahia Piña AirportBFQSmall Airport
Fernando Eleta AirportSmall Airport
Garachiné AirportGHESmall Airport
Panamá Pacífico International AirportBLBSmall Airport
Punta Cocos AirportSmall Airport
Punta Patiño AirstripSmall Airport
Raul Arias Espinoza AirportOTDSmall Airport
Sambú AirportSAXSmall Airport
San José Island AirportSICSmall Airport
San Miguel AirportNMGSmall Airport
Viveros Island AirportIVISmall Airport

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Shipwrecks
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Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 La Esmeralda

What is the population of La Esmeralda?

La Esmeralda has a population of 524 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 500.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in La Esmeralda?

La Esmeralda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 87.4 inches.

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