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Montijo, Panama

Veraguas Province · Panama

Montijo is a small town in Veraguas Province, Panama with a population of 1,932. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

1,932 Population 5/sq mi density
184 ft Elevation 56 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
94.5 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone

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About Montijo

Montijo

Montijo District is a district (distrito) of Veraguas Province in Panama. The population according to the 2000 census was 12,211; the latest official estimate is 7,060. The district covers a total area of 780 square kilometres (301 sq mi). It includes all of the offshore islands of Coiba National Park, the largest of which are Coiba and Jicarón. The capital lies at the town of Montijo. The district includes the Gulf of Montijo and the islands in it.

People

Population1,932
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain94.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Population1,932
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Coordinates7.9918°, -81.0555°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceVeraguas Province
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation94.5 inches (2,399 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Montijo

Montijo is a small town in Panama (Veraguas Province) with a population of 1,932. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 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.

Montijo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 94.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above Panama avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area376.7 sq mi (975.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates7.9918°N, 81.0555°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 94.5"
149% above Panama avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 18.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

144 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 4, 2023 73 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M6.3 149 km
Apr 2, 2014 33 km SSW of Boca Chica, Panama M6.0 142 km
Feb 28, 1995 south of Panama M6.0 144 km
Aug 26, 2024 83 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.8 146 km
Jul 15, 2020 69 km WSW of Río Grande, Panama M5.8 111 km
Sep 4, 2003 37 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.7 127 km
Feb 1, 2003 59 km WSW of Río Grande, Panama M5.6 102 km
Jul 4, 1994 62 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.5 141 km
Jul 14, 2001 30 km SSE of Pedasí, Panama M5.3 147 km
Jun 17, 2023 69 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.3 146 km
May 14, 2014 61 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.2 144 km
Jun 13, 2018 1 km ESE of La Tronosa, Panama M5.2 82 km
Jun 19, 2011 99 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.1 147 km
Jun 22, 2013 76 km SSW of Quebrada de Piedra, Panama M5.1 119 km
Mar 28, 2009 south of Panama M4.9 140 km
May 18, 2012 4 km SW of Tebario, Panama M4.9 35 km
Dec 1, 1998 73 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M4.9 133 km
Dec 17, 1990 100 km SW of Río Grande, Panama M4.9 143 km
May 27, 2011 12 km NE of La Tronosa, Panama M4.9 79 km
Oct 1, 2004 87 km WSW of Río Grande, Panama M4.8 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (117 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Valle, El Stratovolcano 1,185 m (3,888 ft) Unknown 117 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in
April 82°F (28°C) 4.0 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 12.8 in
June 80°F (27°C) 11.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 11.1 in
August 80°F (26°C) 14.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 15.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 18.3 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 12.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in

Montijo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 106.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (18.3") and February the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Montijo

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela de Piedra
Escuela Montijo
Escuela de Piedra del Sol
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Radio Stations near Montijo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Original Stereo 90.7 FM MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Montijo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Interactivo Canal de Panamá
Regional de Veraguas

Libraries in Montijo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotéca Julio Fábrega0.0
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Montijo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Achiote Food and Drinks
Amicaj
Benhur Isaak
Centro 168
Centro China
El Estadio
Florencia
Kiosco Jennifer
Mercabastos
Mini Super
Mini Super Mitchel
Servicios Múltiples

Clinics in Montijo

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centro de Salud Montijo

Stadiums & Teams in Montijo

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Airports Near Montijo

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alonso Valderrama AirportCTDMedium Airport
Ruben Cantu AirportSYPMedium Airport
Aguadulce AirportSmall Airport
Arenas AirportSmall Airport
Coiba AirportSmall Airport
Coibito Landing AirstripSmall Airport
El Aguila AirstripSmall Airport
Guillermo Palm Jaén AirportSmall Airport
Ingenio Santa Rosa AirportSmall Airport
La Plantación AirportSmall Airport
Pixvae AirstripSmall Airport
Tonosí AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Panama

🇵🇦 About Panama

Capital Panama City
Population 4,176,873
Area 78,200 km²
GDP (USD) $83,812,155,244
GDP per capita $18,797
HDI 0.820
Life expectancy 79.6 years
Internet users 68.6%
Urban population 65.9%
Currency PAB (Balboa)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +507
TLD .pa
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Panama

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 9 Martyr's Day Martyr's Day
Feb 16 Carnival Carnival
Feb 17 Carnival Carnival
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Separation Day Separation Day
Nov 4 Flag Day Flag Day
Nov 5 Colon Day Colón Day
Nov 10 Shout in Villa de los Santos Shout in Villa de los Santos
Nov 28 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 8 Mother's Day Mother's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Montijo

What is the population of Montijo?

Montijo has a population of 1,932 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 376.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Montijo?

Montijo 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.

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