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Playón Chico, Panama
Guna Yala · Panama
Playón Chico is a small town in Guna Yala, Panama with a population of 2,042. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Playón Chico
Ukupseni, officially spelled Uggubseni and also known as Playón Chico, is one of the most populous islands in the Guna Yala territory of Panama, 100 metres (330 ft) from the mainland. The literal translation for Ukupseni is 'little beach' in English, or playa chica in Spanish, thus Playón Chico is a mistranslation, which means roughly 'Little Big Beach'.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,042 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3113°, -78.2327° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Guna Yala |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.7 inches (2,634 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Playón Chico
Playón Chico is a small town in Panama (Guna Yala) with a population of 2,042. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.7 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.1°F |
| 45% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 149 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 237.6 sq mi (615.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3113°N, 78.2327°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 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 12.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
Playón Chico has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 103.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (13.2") and March the driest (1.2").
Schools in Playón Chico
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.E.B.G. Playón Chico | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Playón Chico
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Playón Chico
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Achutupu Airport | ACU | Small Airport |
| Ailigandí Airport | AIL | Small Airport |
| Caledonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cartí Airport | CTE | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | CZJ | Small Airport |
| Mamitupu Airport | MPI | Small Airport |
| Mansukun Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mulatupo Airport | MPP | Small Airport |
| Nusatupo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ogobsucum Airport | OGM | Small Airport |
| Playón Chico Airport | PYC | Small Airport |
| Río Azúcar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Río Tigre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ticantiquí Airport | TJC | Small Airport |
| Tubualá Airport | TUW | Small Airport |
| Tupile Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ustupu Airport | UTU | Small Airport |
| Wannukandi Airport | NBL | Small Airport |
| Wannukandi 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 Playón Chico?
Playón Chico has a population of 2,042 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 237.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Playón Chico?
Playón Chico has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 149 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.7 inches.