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Parita, Panama
Herrera Province · Panama
Parita is a small town in Herrera Province, Panama with a population of 2,864. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Parita
Parita is a town and corregimiento in Parita District, Herrera Province, Panama with a population of 3,723 as of 2010. It is the seat of Parita District. It was founded in 1556. Its population as of 1990 was 3,257; its population as of 2000 was 3,616.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,864 |
| Population Density | 232 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.9961°, -80.5200° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Herrera Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.4 inches (2,144 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Parita
Parita is a small town in Panama (Herrera Province) with a population of 2,864. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 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 84.4 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 12.4 sq mi (32.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.9961°N, 80.5200°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (76 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 10.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in |
Parita has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 73.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.7") and February the driest (0.2").
Schools in Parita
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela y Colegio de Parita | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Parita
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flow 92.7 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Original Stereo 90.7 FM | — | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Parita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Chitre | ||||
| Museo de la Sal y el Azucar - Stella Sierra | ||||
| museo de la villa de los santos | ||||
| Museo Manuel Fernando Zárate | ||||
| Museum Belisario Porras |
Libraries in Parita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Publica de Chitre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Parita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Publico |
Stadiums & Teams in Parita
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Parita
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alonso Valderrama Airport | CTD | Medium Airport |
| Ruben Cantu Airport | SYP | Medium Airport |
| Aguadulce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arenas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Augusto Vergara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Candelaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Capt. J. Montenegro Airport | PDM | Small Airport |
| Captain Krish E. Persaud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chame Mayor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Aguila Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Guillermo Palm Jaén Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Santa Rosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Plantación Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Scarlett Martinez International Airport | RIH | Small Airport |
| Tonosí Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Parita
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Santo Domingo de Guzmán |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Parita
What is the population of Parita?
Parita has a population of 2,864 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 232 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Parita?
Parita 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 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 84.4 inches.