Chilibre facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Chilibre
Corregimiento
Chilibre Location in Panama
Country	Panama
Province	Panamá
District	Panamá
Area
• Land	924 km2 (357 sq mi)
Population  (2010)
• Total	53,955
• Density	58.4/km2 (151/sq mi)
	Population density calculated based on land area.
Time zone	UTC−5 (EST)

Chilibre is a town located in the country of Panama, which is in Central America. It is part of the Panamá District within the Panamá Province. In 2010, about 53,955 people lived in Chilibre. The town has grown quite a bit over the years. For example, its population was 27,135 in 1990 and grew to 40,475 by 2000.

About Chilibre

Chilibre is known as a corregimiento in Panama. A corregimiento is like a local administrative area or a district within a larger region. It helps organize how the country is governed.

Where is Chilibre?

Chilibre is located in the Panamá Province, which is one of the main provinces in Panama. Within this province, it belongs to the Panamá District. This means Chilibre is close to the capital city, Panama City.

How Many People Live There?

The number of people living in Chilibre has increased steadily. In 1990, there were 27,135 residents. By the year 2000, this number had grown to 40,475. The most recent count from 2010 showed a population of 53,955 people. This growth shows that more and more people are choosing to live in Chilibre.

Chilibre's Weather

Chilibre experiences a type of weather known as a tropical monsoon climate. This climate is often abbreviated as "Am" on special climate maps.

What is a Tropical Monsoon Climate?

A tropical monsoon climate means that Chilibre has two main seasons: a very wet season and a shorter dry season. During the wet season, which usually lasts for several months, there is a lot of rain. This rain is brought by winds called monsoons. The temperatures in Chilibre stay warm all year round because it is located near the equator. This type of climate supports lush green plants and forests.

See also

In Spanish: Chilibre para niños