Panama Population (2026)
Population of Panama with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Panama
Panama ranks #11 by population among 20 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Panama
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 8°58′56.6″N 79°31′11.6″W (8.9824, -79.5199) |
| Capital | Panama City |
| Population | 4.500.000 |
| Area | 29.119 sq mi |
| ISO code | PA |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PAN |
| Currency | Balboa / US dollar (PAB) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +507 |
| Time zone | America/Panama |
| Local time | 6:10 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | January, February and March |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Panama is a country in North America. Panama is a country in North America with its capital at Panama City. It has a population of about 4.5 million. The capital is Panama City.
Right now it is 80°F (26°C) in Panama with overcast. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 79°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Panama is January, February and March. The climate is tropical. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while November is the coldest with lows near 75°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 3.6°F above the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Panama today at 9.2/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 8°58′56.6″N 79°31′11.6″W (8.9824, -79.5199)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Panama?
Panama is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 8.9824, -79.5199. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Panama right now?
It is currently 80°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Panama?
January, February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Panama, which has a tropical climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Panama in?
Panama observes America/Panama (UTC-05:00). The local time is 6:10 AM.
How many people live in Panama?
Panama has a population of approximately 4.5 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 6:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
