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Chorros de Palmilla is a BeachFinder spot in PA, PA. Today, compare water temperature 30°C, wind 2 km/h · SE, uv 8.1, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 64/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
30°C
Wind
2 km/h · SE
UV
8.1
Waves
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Last updated: Nov 5, 07:15 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 64/100
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Updated: Nov 5, 07:15 PM
Water temp
30°C
Air temp
22°C
Feels like
27°C
UV index
8.1
Wind
2 km/h · SE
Gust 15 km/h
Waves
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Current
0 km/h · SE
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Chorros de Palmilla
Chorros de Palmilla is located in the province of Coclé, in the heart of central Panama, about 26 km from Penonomé, the regional capital. The site is part of a humid tropical forest landscape, characteristic of the Panamanian isthmus, where rivers descending from the interior feed natural pools before joining coastal river systems. The region, crossed by rivers fed by abundant rainfall during the rainy season, offers a succession of swimming areas scattered in a wooded and rugged environment. This swimming spot derives its character from its natural geological formation: waterfalls and pools carved by river erosion, typical of the transition zones between plateaus and valleys in central Panama. In the immediate vicinity, Villa Tavidá is 1.7 km away, while Las Pailas de Pozo Azul, another popular swimming area, is 2.6 km away. Unlike its neighbors, Chorros de Palmilla retains a more informal access, with less structured visitor numbers. The water comes directly from the river, cold and clear in the dry season, often turbid after rains. The setting remains dominated by dense riparian vegetation, creating an atmosphere of relative isolation despite the proximity of other attractions. Access to the site is permitted but unsupervised, and no formal infrastructure is developed there. The site does not have Blue Flag certification. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed, given the wild nature of the terrain and the lack of specific facilities. Visitors should anticipate an experience devoid of urban amenities, typical of inland Panamanian river swimming areas.
About this spot
The name 'Chorros' means jets or waterfalls in Spanish, while 'Palmilla' could refer to local vegetation, although the precise etymology remains rooted in vernacular Panamanian nomenclature. This area is part of the hydrological heritage of central Panama, a region where the Coclé historically structured their settlements around permanent watercourses. The natural pools in this region have long served as confluence points between pre-Hispanic trade routes and subsistence practices related to water. Today, Chorros de Palmilla remains a local landmark for residents of surrounding villages, frequented on weekends and during hot periods, long before appearing on structured tourist routes.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Chorros de Palmilla today?
30°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Chorros de Palmilla today?
2 km/h · SE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Chorros de Palmilla?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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