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Las Matas, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Las Matas is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 823. Elevation: 449 ft (137 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 823 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3063°, -81.8664° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Chiriquí Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 120.1 inches (3,051 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Las Matas
Las Matas is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 823. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet (137 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.1 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 148 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Area | 250.1 sq mi (647.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3063°N, 81.8664°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 145 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 78 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 142 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 104 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (189 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 15.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 15.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 20.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 15.4 in | Coldest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 5.0 in |
Las Matas has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in November to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 120.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (20.5") and February the driest (1.2").
Stadiums & Teams in Las Matas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Las Matas
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Coibito Landing Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabezona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pixvae Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Las Matas?
Las Matas has a population of 823 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 250.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Las Matas?
Las Matas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 148 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.1 inches.