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Santa Rita Arriba, Panama
Colón · Panama
Santa Rita Arriba is a small town in Colón, Panama with a population of 1,960. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Santa Rita Arriba
Santa Rita Arriba is a town in the Colón province of Panama. This locality has a particular tropical forest and mountainous ecosystem; with elevation of 200 m above sea level. It is near the Panama Canal lakes and the Trinidad River. The area holds an important diversity of insects, and as a result, recently has been described a new rare moth of the genus Pavolechia.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,960 |
| Population Density | 267 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3326°, -79.7916° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Colón |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 104.7 inches (2,659 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Rita Arriba
Santa Rita Arriba is a small town in Panama (Colón) with a population of 1,960. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet (124 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.7 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 154 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Area | 7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 267/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3326°N, 79.7916°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 |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Valle, El (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Valle, El | Stratovolcano | 1,185 m (3,888 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest |
Santa Rita Arriba has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 104.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.6") and February the driest (0.9").
Schools in Santa Rita Arriba
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Santa Rita Arriba | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Santa Rita Arriba | — | — | — | — |
| escuela/iglecia | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Rita Arriba
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beat Life Panama | 80s, 90s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Antena 8 100.1 FM | 2000s, 2010s | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Ultra Stereo 98.9 FM | — | AAC 32 kbps | |
| TVN Radio | — | AAC 213 kbps |
Libraries in Santa Rita Arriba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Mateo Iturralde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Rita Arriba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Super Ahorro | |||||
| Mercado Altos de los Lagos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Colón |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Rita Arriba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Rita Arriba
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tocumen International Airport | PTY | Large Airport |
| Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport | ONX | Medium Airport |
| Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport | PAC | Medium Airport |
| Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Captain Krish E. Persaud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chame Mayor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coral Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Sherman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Joya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | BLB | Small Airport |
| Rio Sidra Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa Rita Arriba?
Santa Rita Arriba has a population of 1,960 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 267 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Rita Arriba?
Santa Rita Arriba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 154 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.7 inches.