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Palenque, Panama
Colón · Panama
Palenque is a small town in Colón, Panama with a population of 355. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Palenque
Palenque, also anciently known in the Itzaʼ language as Lakamha, was a Maya city-state in southern Mexico that perished in the 8th century. The Palenque ruins date from ca. 226 BC to ca. 799 AD. After its decline, it was overgrown by the jungle of cedar, mahogany, and sapodilla trees, but has since been excavated and restored. It is located near the Usumacinta River in the Mexican state of Chiapas, about 130 km (81 mi) south of Ciudad del Carmen, 150 meters (490 ft) above sea level. It is adjacent to the modern town of Palenque, Chiapas. It averages a humid 26 °C (79 °F) with roughly 2,160 millimeters (85 in) of rain a year.
People
Climate
| Population | 355 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5735°, -79.3576° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Colón |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 105.2 inches (2,671 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palenque
Palenque is a small town in Panama (Colón) with a population of 355. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.2 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 149 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 128.1 sq mi (331.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5735°N, 79.3576°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1882 | SAN BLAS ARCHIPELAGO | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 100 | 62 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 11.8 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 14.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 9.7 in |
Palenque has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in November to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 105.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (14.4") and March the driest (0.8").
Gas Stations in Palenque
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Palenque
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tocumen International Airport | PTY | Large Airport |
| Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport | ONX | Medium Airport |
| Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport | PAC | Medium Airport |
| Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cartí Airport | CTE | Small Airport |
| Coral Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Sherman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nusatupo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Río Azúcar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | — | 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 Palenque?
Palenque has a population of 355 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 128.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palenque?
Palenque 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 80°F in July. The area receives 149 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.2 inches.