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La Peña
City in Veraguas, Panama
Overview
La Peña is a small, authentic town set in Veraguas Province, Panama, known for its traditional farming culture and riverside scenery. With a close-knit community and a laid-back atmosphere, it's an ideal stop for travelers seeking an off-the-beaten-path destination. Local markets, simple eateries, and natural beauty define the rhythm of daily life here.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Panama
Province
Veraguas
Population
2,223
Time Zone
America/Panama
Coordinates
8.13°, -81.03°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$620
Local Cost
$370
Local Income
$380
Cashless
25
English
20
Temperature
26.5°C
Summer Avg
26.3°C
Winter Avg
25.9°C
Record High
39.1°C
Record Low
18.4°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1936 mm
Internet Speed
215 Mbps
Upload
64 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SYP
Distance
10 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 17 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
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 40/100.
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