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Metetí, Panama
Darién · Panama
Metetí is a small town in Darién, Panama with a population of 2,298. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Metetí
Metetí is a town and corregimiento in Pinogana District, Darién Province, Panama with a population of 7,976 as of 2010. It was created by Law 58 of July 29, 1998, owing to the Declaration of Unconstitutionality of Law 1 of 1982. Its population as of 2000 was 6,244. It is the last major town on the Inter-American Highway before the highway ends at Yaviza. Most of the town's residents are originally from Chiriquí Province. The town has a bank with an ATM, a few restaurants and hotels, a police station, and a gas station.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,298 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4991°, -77.9790° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Darién |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.4 inches (2,498 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Metetí
Metetí is a small town in Panama (Darién) with a population of 2,298. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet (55 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 98.4 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 161 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 237.6 sq mi (615.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4991°N, 77.9790°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 14.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | Coldest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in |
Metetí has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in November to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 98.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.6") and February the driest (1.2").
Colleges & Universities in Metetí
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad De Panamá (UP) - La Palma | University | - | Visit → |
| Universidad de Panamá - Sede de Darién | University | - | , |
Schools in Metetí
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Marco Alarcón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Alto Playón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Río Iglesias | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Metetí
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Metetí
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Metetí
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Metetí
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Metetí
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Metetí
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Achutupu Airport | ACU | Small Airport |
| Ailigandí Airport | AIL | Small Airport |
| Alcides Fernández Airport | ACD | Small Airport |
| Caledonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Capurganá Airport | CPB | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | - | Small Airport |
| EL Real Airport | ELE | Small Airport |
| Garachiné Airport | GHE | Small Airport |
| Mamitupu Airport | MPI | 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 |
| Tanela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tubualá Airport | TUW | Small Airport |
| Tupile Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ustupu Airport | UTU | Small Airport |
| Yaviza Airport | PYV | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Metetí
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Guadalupe Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Metetí
What is the population of Metetí?
Metetí has a population of 2,298 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 237.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Metetí?
Metetí 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 161 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.4 inches.