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Peñas Chatas, Panama

Herrera Province · Panama

Peñas Chatas is a small town in Herrera Province, Panama with a population of 358. Elevation: 289 ft (88 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

358 Population 6/sq mi density
289 ft Elevation 88 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
94.5 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone

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About Peñas Chatas

Peñas Chatas is a corregimiento in Ocú District, Herrera Province, Panama with a population of 1,778 as of 2010. Its population as of 1990 was 1,836; its population as of 2000 was 1,811.

People

Population358
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain94.5 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Population358
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Coordinates8.0179°, -80.8022°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceHerrera 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 Peñas Chatas

Peñas Chatas is a small town in Panama (Herrera Province) with a population of 358. The city sits at an elevation of 289 feet (88 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.

Peñas Chatas 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 289 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

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Area61.6 sq mi (159.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates8.0179°N, 80.8022°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 94.5"
149% above Panama avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 15.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

111 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.5 on May 18, 2025.

Jul 15, 2020 69 km WSW of Río Grande, Panama M5.8 137 km
Jan 27, 2018 47 km SE of Pedasí, Panama M5.7 149 km
Feb 1, 2003 59 km WSW of Río Grande, Panama M5.6 127 km
Jul 14, 2001 30 km SSE of Pedasí, Panama M5.3 127 km
Jan 31, 2018 38 km ESE of Pedasí, Panama M5.2 139 km
Jun 13, 2018 1 km ESE of La Tronosa, Panama M5.2 70 km
Jun 22, 2013 76 km SSW of Quebrada de Piedra, Panama M5.1 146 km
Jul 14, 2001 37 km SE of Pedasí, Panama M5.1 138 km
May 18, 2012 4 km SW of Tebario, Panama M4.9 43 km
May 27, 2011 12 km NE of La Tronosa, Panama M4.9 63 km
Aug 17, 2016 50 km SSW of Santa Cruz, Panama M4.8 139 km
Feb 6, 2024 11 km S of La Tronosa, Panama M4.8 80 km
Feb 12, 2015 54 km SSW of Puerto Vidal, Panama M4.8 121 km
Mar 24, 2015 54 km SSW of Puerto Vidal, Panama M4.8 125 km
Apr 21, 2020 12 km SSW of Arenas, Panama M4.8 85 km
Mar 1, 2003 67 km WSW of Arenas, Panama M4.7 126 km
Mar 28, 2022 5 km NNW of La Tronosa, Panama M4.7 64 km
Sep 7, 2016 46 km SSW of Santa Cruz, Panama M4.6 138 km
Apr 1, 2011 74 km SW of Arenas, Panama M4.6 134 km
Apr 18, 2012 10 km WSW of Pitaloza Arriba, Panama M4.6 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (94 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Valle, El Stratovolcano 1,185 m (3,888 ft) Unknown 94 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in
April 83°F (28°C) 2.4 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 11.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.5 in
August 80°F (27°C) 11.7 in
September 80°F (27°C) 12.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 15.4 in Wettest
November 80°F (26°C) 10.9 in
December 80°F (27°C) 3.6 in

Peñas Chatas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 87.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.4") and February the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Peñas Chatas

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 Peñas Chatas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centro Interactivo Canal de Panamá
Regional de Veraguas

Libraries in Peñas Chatas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotéca Julio Fábrega0.0
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Farmers Markets in Peñas Chatas

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

Stadiums & Teams in Peñas Chatas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Peñas Chatas

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alonso Valderrama AirportCTDMedium Airport
Ruben Cantu AirportSYPMedium Airport
Aguadulce AirportSmall Airport
Arenas AirportSmall Airport
Augusto Vergara AirportSmall Airport
Candelaria AirportSmall Airport
El Aguila AirstripSmall Airport
Guillermo Palm Jaén AirportSmall Airport
Ingenio Santa Rosa AirportSmall Airport
La Plantación AirportSmall Airport
Scarlett Martinez International AirportRIHSmall 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 Peñas Chatas

What is the population of Peñas Chatas?

Peñas Chatas has a population of 358 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 61.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Peñas Chatas?

Peñas Chatas 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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