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La Palma, Panama
Darién · Panama
La Palma is a small town in Darién, Panama with a population of 1,728. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,728 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4050°, -78.1404° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Darién |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.7 inches (2,254 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Palma
La Palma is a small town in Panama (Darién) with a population of 1,728. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.7 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 176 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 237.6 sq mi (615.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4050°N, 78.1404°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | Coldest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in |
La Palma has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in November to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 88.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.4") and February the driest (1.0").
Schools in La Palma
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.E.B.G. Eugenio Pérez A. | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Quebrada | — | — | — | — |
| Ministerio de Educación | — | — | — | — |
| Institu Profesional y Técnico (I.P.T.) Alejandro Castillo G. | — | — | — | — |
Banks in La Palma
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Palma
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Caledonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | — | Small Airport |
| EL Real Airport | ELE | Small Airport |
| Garachiné Airport | GHE | Small Airport |
| Mansukun Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miraflores Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mulatupo Airport | MPP | Small Airport |
| Ogobsucum Airport | OGM | Small Airport |
| Puerto Obaldía Airport | PUE | Small Airport |
| Punta Patiño Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sambú Airport | SAX | Small Airport |
| Tubualá Airport | TUW | Small Airport |
| Ustupu Airport | UTU | Small Airport |
| Yaviza Airport | PYV | Small Airport |
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 Palma
What is the population of La Palma?
La Palma has a population of 1,728 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 237.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Palma?
La Palma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.7 inches.