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Peña Prieta, Panama
Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca · Panama
Peña Prieta is a small town in Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca, Panama with a population of 596. Elevation: 1,611 ft (491 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Peña Prieta
Maraca is a corregimiento in Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca in the Republic of Panama.
People
Climate
| Population | 596 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,611 ft (491 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3688°, -81.7198° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 112.5 inches (2,857 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Peña Prieta
Peña Prieta is a small town in Panama (Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca) with a population of 596. The city sits at an elevation of 1,611 feet (491 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 112.5 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.3°F |
| 36% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 156 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,611 ft (491 m) |
| Area | 250.1 sq mi (647.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3688°N, 81.7198°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | — | 140 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 95 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 121 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 13.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 12.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 14.5 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 16.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 19.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 12.6 in | Coldest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in |
Peña Prieta has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 72°F in November to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 112.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.3") and February the driest (1.1").
Airports Near Peña Prieta
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Coibito Landing Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| La Plantación 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 Peña Prieta?
Peña Prieta has a population of 596 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 250.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Peña Prieta?
Peña Prieta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.5 inches.