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Punta Peña, Panama
Bocas del Toro Province · Panama
Punta Peña is a small town in Bocas del Toro Province, Panama with a population of 1,187. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Punta Peña
Punta Peña is a corregimiento in Chiriquí Grande District, Bocas del Toro Province, Panama. It has a land area of 19.4 square kilometres (7.5 sq mi) and had a population of 2,520 as of 2010, giving it a population density of 130 inhabitants per square kilometre (340/sq mi). It was created by Law 10 of March 7, 1997; this measure was complemented by Law 5 of January 19, 1998 and Law 69 of October 28, 1998. Its population as of 2000 was 1,730.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,187 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.9166°, -82.1849° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Bocas del Toro Province |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 126.3 inches (3,209 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Punta Peña
Punta Peña is a small town in Panama (Bocas del Toro Province) with a population of 1,187. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.3 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.1°F |
| 37% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 113 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 22.7 sq mi (58.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.9166°N, 82.1849°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 | 130 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | - | 79 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 108 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 114 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 104 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 119 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 101 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | - | - | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 12.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 12.6 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 11.6 in | |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 12.4 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 12.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 15.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 12.6 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 11.6 in |
Punta Peña has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 73°F in January to 76°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 126.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.9") and March the driest (2.9").
Schools in Punta Peña
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Básico General de Punta Peña | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Punta Peña
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Libraries in Punta Peña
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Boquete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Punta Peña
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Cafes in Punta Peña
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Punta Peña
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boquete Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Punta Peña
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Punta Peña
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport | BOC | Medium Airport |
| Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport | CHX | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deborah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Don Diego Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca 32 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca 45 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 |
| Puerto Armuelles Airport | AML | Small Airport |
| Sixaola Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Punta Peña
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Punta Peña?
Punta Peña has a population of 1,187 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 22.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Punta Peña?
Punta Peña has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 113 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.3 inches.