Is Playa Nueva Gorgona good for swimming today?
Playa Nueva Gorgona has BeachFinder Score: 70/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Playa Nueva Gorgona today
Playa Nueva Gorgona is a BeachFinder spot in PA, PA. Today, compare water temperature 30°C, wind 4 km/h · SW, uv 8.3, waves 0.3 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 70/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
30°C
Wind
4 km/h · SW
UV
8.3
Waves
0.3 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 5, 02:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 70/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 5, 02:45 PM
Water temp
30°C
Air temp
28°C
Feels like
34°C
UV index
8.3
Wind
4 km/h · SW
Gust 19 km/h
Waves
0.3 m
Current
1 km/h · SW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa Nueva Gorgona
Playa Nueva Gorgona stretches along the Pacific coast of Panama, in the province of Veraguas, about 130 kilometers southwest of Panama City. This stretch of coastline is part of one of the wildest regions of the Panamanian Pacific, where the coast alternates between fine sandy beaches and rocky formations covered with dense tropical vegetation. The area behind the beach is bordered by the humid forest characteristic of the isthmus, which descends to the sand and creates an atmosphere of relative isolation. The beach itself is distinguished by its undeveloped character, contrasting sharply with its immediate neighbors. 1.1 kilometers to the north is Rancheria de Pablo y Venta de Pescado Rosa, a place more frequented by local fishermen, while Playa Coronado (west), 2.1 kilometers away, attracts a more structured tourist clientele. Nueva Gorgona occupies an intermediate position: sufficiently remote to maintain a tranquil atmosphere, yet close enough to traffic routes to remain accessible. The gray to beige sand slopes gently towards warm, often agitated waters, typical of the tropical Pacific. No infrastructure facilities are reported on site. The beach is not Blue Flag certified and offers no supervision. Access remains rudimentary, without facilities for mobility access. This deliberate lack of development makes it a swimming spot for travelers accepting the absence of modern comforts, where the main attraction lies in immersion in a little-transformed coastal environment.
About this spot
Gorgona, whose name recalls Greek mythology, evokes fearsome marine creatures. In reality, the region owes its identity to its proximity to Gorgona Island, located offshore, once used as a Colombian penitentiary until its closure in 1985. The adjacent Pacific beaches of Panama have long served as anchorages for sailors and smugglers using maritime routes between the Pacific and the Caribbean. Today, Nueva Gorgona remains a haunt for coastal fishermen and the few adventurous tourists who venture beyond the marked routes of Bocas del Toro or Boquete, drawn by the promise of a coast where pre-Columbian Panama seems to still breathe.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa Nueva Gorgona today?
30°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa Nueva Gorgona today?
4 km/h · SW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playa Nueva Gorgona?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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