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La Mata, Panama
Veraguas Province · Panama
La Mata is a small town in Veraguas Province, Panama with a population of 959. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Mata
La Mata is a town in the Veraguas province of Panama.
People
Climate
| Population | 959 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 190 ft (58 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.0894°, -80.8796° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Veraguas Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.5 inches (2,399 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Mata
La Mata is a small town in Panama (Veraguas Province) with a population of 959. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.5 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 190 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 40.0 sq mi (103.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.0894°N, 80.8796°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 16.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in |
La Mata has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 95.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (16.4") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in La Mata
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Joé de los S. Gutierrez | — | — | — | — |
| Primer Ciclo La Concepción | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Potrero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de La Concepción | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Mata
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flow 92.7 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Original Stereo 90.7 FM | — | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in La Mata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Interactivo Canal de Panamá | ||||
| Regional de Veraguas |
Libraries in La Mata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotéca Julio Fábrega | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Mata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achiote Food and Drinks | |||||
| Amicaj | |||||
| Benhur Isaak | |||||
| Centro 168 | |||||
| Centro China | |||||
| El Estadio | |||||
| Florencia | |||||
| Kiosco Jennifer | |||||
| Mercabastos | |||||
| Mini Super | |||||
| Mini Super Mitchel | |||||
| Servicios Múltiples |
Restaurants in La Mata
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Mata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Mata
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alonso Valderrama Airport | CTD | Medium Airport |
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Aguadulce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arenas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Augusto Vergara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Candelaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Aguila Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Guillermo Palm Jaén Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Santa Rosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Plantación Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pixvae Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tonosí Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Mata
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Internacional Cuadrangular | |
| San Francisco de Paula |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Mata
What is the population of La Mata?
La Mata has a population of 959 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 40.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Mata?
La Mata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.5 inches.