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Potrerillos Arriba, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Potrerillos Arriba is a small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 1,074. Elevation: 3,025 ft (922 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Potrerillos Arriba
Potrerillos Arriba is a town in the Chiriquí province of Panama. The name "Potrerillos" means "Little Pastures," and is derived from the numerous stone walls built by the indigenous population several centuries ago. The walls were constructed through forced labor under the direction of Spanish settlers to form pastures for the settlers' cattle. The area of Potrerillos is divided into two towns, Potrerillos Arriba and Potrerillos Abajo, with Arriba and Abajo meaning "upper" and "lower," respectively. Both towns are near the city of David and the mountain Volcán Barú.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,074 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,025 ft (922 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6883°, -82.4924° |
| 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 Arriba
Potrerillos Arriba is a small town in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 1,074. The city sits at an elevation of 3,025 feet (922 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 | 3,025 ft (922 m) |
| Area | 42.3 sq mi (109.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6883°N, 82.4924°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 | 128 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 115 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 77 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 78 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 67 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 81 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 60 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 13.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 14.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 13.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 15.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 20.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 11.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
Potrerillos Arriba has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 66°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 115.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (20.1") and January the driest (2.0").
Schools in Potrerillos Arriba
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Básico General Felix Lara | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Potrerillos Arriba
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Potrerillos Arriba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Potrerillos | ||||
| Museo Regional de Gualaca | ||||
| Sitio Arqueológico y parque temático Barriles |
Libraries in Potrerillos Arriba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Octavio Méndez Pereira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Minerva Urriola | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Boquete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Potrerillos Arriba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito La Bendición | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercando Público Cadena de Frío |
Clinics in Potrerillos Arriba
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Potrerillos Arriba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boquete Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Potrerillos Arriba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Potrerillos Arriba
19 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 32 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 63 (Coto 63) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 67 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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What is the population of Potrerillos Arriba?
Potrerillos Arriba has a population of 1,074 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potrerillos Arriba?
Potrerillos Arriba 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.