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Sambú, Panama
Darién · Panama
Sambú is a small town in Darién, Panama with a population of 653. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sambú
Sambú is a corregimiento in Chepigana District, Darién Province, Panama with a population of 931 as of 2010. Its population as of 1990 was 762; its population as of 2000 was 747. It is located at the confluence of the Sambú and Sabalo rivers. The town has an airstrip with a paved runway.
People
Climate
| Population | 653 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.0254°, -78.2093° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Darién |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 107.8 inches (2,737 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sambú
Sambú is a small town in Panama (Darién) with a population of 653. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 107.8 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 149 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 500.5 sq mi (1,296.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.0254°N, 78.2093°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 12.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 15.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | Coldest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in |
Sambú has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in November to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 107.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.8") and March the driest (1.5").
Schools in Sambú
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Río de Jesús | - | - | - | - |
| C.E.B.G. Sambú | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Educación Laboral Nocturno Oficial Sambú | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Chunga | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sambú
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahia Piña Airport | BFQ | Small Airport |
| EL Real Airport | ELE | Small Airport |
| Garachiné Airport | GHE | Small Airport |
| Jaqué Airport | JQE | Small Airport |
| Miraflores Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Cocos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Patiño Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sambú Airport | SAX | Small Airport |
| San Miguel Airport | NMG | Small Airport |
| Yaviza Airport | PYV | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sambú
What is the population of Sambú?
Sambú has a population of 653 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 500.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sambú?
Sambú has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°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 107.8 inches.