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Potrerillos Abajo, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Potrerillos Abajo is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 1,182. Elevation: 2,152 ft (656 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Potrerillos Abajo
Potrerillos Abajo is a town and corregimiento in Dolega District, Chiriquí Province, Panama. It has a land area of 33.8 square kilometres (13.1 sq mi) and had a population of 1,815 as of 2010, giving it a population density of 53.6 inhabitants per square kilometre (139/sq mi). Its population as of 1990 was 980; its population as of 2000 was 1,378.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,182 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,152 ft (656 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6452°, -82.4857° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Chiriquí Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 126.5 inches (3,214 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Potrerillos Abajo
Potrerillos Abajo is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 1,182. The city sits at an elevation of 2,152 feet (656 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.5 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,152 ft (656 m) |
| Area | 42.3 sq mi (109.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6452°N, 82.4857°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1991 | LIMON, PANDORA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 90 | 132 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 119 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 72 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 79 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 67 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 77 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 59 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 14.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 14.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 14.6 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 21.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 13.5 in | Coldest |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in |
Potrerillos Abajo has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in November to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 121.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (21.9") and January the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Potrerillos Abajo
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Potrerillos Abajo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Museo José Domingo de Obaldia | ||||
| Fundación Cultural Gallegos | ||||
| Museo al Ferrocarril | ||||
| Museo del Barrio y Antigüedades La Casona | ||||
| Museo Potrerillos | ||||
| Museo Regional de Gualaca | ||||
| Sitio Arqueológico y parque temático Barriles |
Libraries in Potrerillos Abajo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca FCA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Las Lomas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Octavio Méndez Pereira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Minerva Urriola | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Santiago Anguizola Delgado | 0.0 | |||||
| Doctor Victor Levi Lasso | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Boquete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Potrerillos Abajo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hbo Quick | |||||
| Mercadito La Bendición | |||||
| Mercadito Octavo Este | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público Cadena de Frío | |||||
| Mercando Público Cadena de Frío | |||||
| Ventas La Solución |
Restaurants in Potrerillos Abajo
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Potrerillos Abajo
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Potrerillos Abajo
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Potrerillos Abajo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boquete Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Potrerillos Abajo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Potrerillos Abajo
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport | BOC | Medium Airport |
| Coto 47 Airport | OTR | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Golfito Airport | GLF | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cangrejo Verde Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 63 (Coto 63) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Blanco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Ceiba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Fátima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabezona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laurel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Potrero Grande Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Armuelles Airport | AML | Small Airport |
| Punta Banco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho del Mar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Vito de Java Airport | TOO | Small Airport |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Potrerillos Abajo
What is the population of Potrerillos Abajo?
Potrerillos Abajo has a population of 1,182 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potrerillos Abajo?
Potrerillos Abajo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.5 inches.