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Gualaca
City in Chiriquí Province, Panama
Overview
Gualaca is a charming, small town in Chiriquí Province, Panama, celebrated for its natural beauty, welcoming community, and proximity to stunning landscapes like rivers and hot springs. It is a base for nature lovers exploring the highlands or seeking a relaxed, authentic Panamanian vibe.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Panama
Province
Chiriquí Province
Population
9,831
Time Zone
America/Panama
Coordinates
8.53°, -82.30°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$830
Local Cost
$470
Local Income
$400
Cashless
30
English
25
Temperature
24.4°C
Summer Avg
24.3°C
Winter Avg
24.1°C
Record High
34.2°C
Record Low
18.3°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
2217 mm
Internet Speed
190 Mbps
Upload
72 Mbps
Latency
18 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
7.0
Airport
DAV
Distance
22 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 69 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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