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About Gamboa

Gamboa, Panama 🌿 is a peaceful jungle town on the Panama Canal, ideal for nomads who want nature over nightlife. It’s close to Panama City, with easy access to Wi‑Fi and services in nearby areas, but local amenities are limited. Great for focused work, birdwatching, kayaking, and a slower, eco-friendly lifestyle. 🐦🌎

Through the year

Best in February (64) · now 60
0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan: 61 mm Feb: 43 mm Mar: 61 mm Apr: 190 mm May: 336 mm Jun: 366 mm Jul: 375 mm Aug: 359 mm Sep: 338 mm Oct: 395 mm Nov: 387 mm Dec: 130 mm Jan: 30°C / 23°C Feb: 30°C / 23°C Mar: 31°C / 23°C Apr: 30°C / 23°C May: 30°C / 24°C Jun: 29°C / 23°C Jul: 29°C / 23°C Aug: 29°C / 23°C Sep: 29°C / 23°C Oct: 29°C / 23°C Nov: 28°C / 23°C Dec: 29°C / 23°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 5.8
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.1
Internet Speed 6.3
Safety 8.1
Weather 6.6
Accommodation Cost 5.2
Nomad Friendly 4.7
Female Friendly 7.5
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Gamboa
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $500.00 per month
Coworking Space $180.00 per month
Coffee $2.50 per cup
Beer $2.00 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $9.00 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $40.00 per month
Mobile Plan $25.00 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $50.00 per month

Other cities in Panama

Other cities in Panama
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Panama City $2,900 7.0 Compare
2 Boquete $2,540 6.5 Compare
3 David $2,025 6.3 Compare
4 Coronado $2,200 6.1 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Coronado PA Panama $2,200 6.1 Compare
2 Playa Venao PA Panama $2,210 6.0 Compare
3 Panama City PA Panama $2,900 7.0 Compare
4 Portobelo PA Panama $2,600 5.1 Compare

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