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La Mesa, Panama
Veraguas Province · Panama
La Mesa is a small town in Veraguas Province, Panama with a population of 2,090. Elevation: 676 ft (206 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Mesa
La Mesa is a corregimiento in La Mesa District, Veraguas Province, Panama with a population of 3,338 as of 2010. It is the seat of La Mesa District. Its population as of 1990 was 4,425; its population as of 2000 was 4,513.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,090 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.1495°, -81.1843° |
| 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 Mesa
La Mesa is a small town in Panama (Veraguas Province) with a population of 2,090. The city sits at an elevation of 676 feet (206 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 | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Area | 197.3 sq mi (511.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.1495°N, 81.1843°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 146 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (121 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 12.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 15.9 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 16.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 19.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 13.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 in |
La Mesa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 117.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.8") and February the driest (0.6").
Schools in La Mesa
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Los Bravos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela José Múñoz M. | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio La Mesa | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Mesa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Stereo 90.7 FM | — | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in La Mesa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Interactivo Canal de Panamá | ||||
| Regional de Veraguas |
Libraries in La Mesa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotéca Julio Fábrega | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Mesa
| 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 Mesa
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Mesa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Mesa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Mesa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Mesa
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Aguadulce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coiba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coibito Landing Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Santa Rosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Plantación Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pixvae Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tonosí Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in La Mesa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo y Telégrafos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Mesa
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Cristo Pobre | |
| Iglesia de San Marcelo |
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 Mesa
What is the population of La Mesa?
La Mesa has a population of 2,090 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 197.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Mesa?
La Mesa 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.