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Volcán, Panama
Chiriquí Province · Panama
Volcán is a small city in Chiriquí Province, Panama with a population of 10,286. Elevation: 4,629 ft (1,411 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Volcán
Volcán is a town and corregimiento in Tierras Altas District, Chiriquí Province, Panama. It has a land area of 233.7 square kilometres (90.2 sq mi) and had a population of 12,717 as of 2010, giving it a population density of 54.4 inhabitants per square kilometre (141/sq mi). Its population as of 1990 was 7,146; its population as of 2000 was 10,188.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,286 |
| Population Density | 258 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,629 ft (1,411 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.7805°, -82.6390° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Chiriquí Province |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 120.0 inches (3,049 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Volcán
Volcán is a small city in Panama (Chiriquí Province) with a population of 10,286. The city sits at an elevation of 4,629 feet (1,411 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.0 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Climate in Volcán
Volcán has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (22.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2834 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 146 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,629 ft (1,411 m) |
| Area | 39.9 sq mi (103.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.7805°N, 82.6390°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 | 111 km |
| 1916 | BOCAS DEL TORO | Earthquake | 1.3 m | - | 115 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 88 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 62 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 52 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 87 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 51 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | - | - | 89 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Turrialba (186 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Turrialba | Stratovolcano | 3,340 m (10,958 ft) | 2019 | 186 km |
| Irazu | Stratovolcano | 3,432 m (11,260 ft) | 1994 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 14.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 14.2 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 14.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 16.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 19.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 12.3 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
Volcán has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 63°F in December to 66°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 120.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (19.2") and February the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Volcán
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio San Benito | College | - | , |
| Escuela Secundaria de Volcán | College | - | , |
Schools in Volcán
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Básico General Nueva California | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Básico General El Valle de La Luna | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela primaria de Caña Blanca Arriba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Paso Ancho | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Las Perlas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Básico General de Volcán | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Volcán
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Volcán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Potrerillos | ||||
| Sitio Arqueológico y parque temático Barriles |
Libraries in Volcán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Minerva Urriola | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Boquete | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Volcán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercando Público Cadena de Frío |
Hotels in Volcán
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Volcán
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Volcán
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Volcán
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Volcán
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Volcán
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Volcán
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Volcán
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Volcán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boquete Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Volcán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Volcán
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport | BOC | Medium Airport |
| Buenos Aires Airport | BAI | Medium Airport |
| Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International Airport | CHX | Medium Airport |
| Coto 47 Airport | OTR | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Golfito Airport | GLF | Medium Airport |
| Puerto Jimenez Airport | PJM | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Amubri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cangrejo Verde Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deborah 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 |
| Salama Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vito de Java Airport | TOO | Small Airport |
| Sixaola Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Volcán
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Comunidad Apostólica Hosanna | |
| Comunidad Cristiana Maranatha | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia de Paso Ancho | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Metodista de Panamá | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Caridad | |
| Jehova's Witnesses | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Soldados de la Cruz |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Volcán
What is the population of Volcán?
Volcán has a population of 10,286 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 258 people per square mile, spread across 39.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Volcán?
Volcán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.0 inches.