Is Playa de Isla Perico good for swimming today?
Playa de Isla Perico 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 de Isla Perico today
Playa de Isla Perico is a BeachFinder spot in PA, PA. Today, compare water temperature 30°C, wind 7 km/h · E, uv 8.2, 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
7 km/h · E
UV
8.2
Waves
0.3 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 5, 01:45 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, 01:45 PM
Water temp
30°C
Air temp
29°C
Feels like
34°C
UV index
8.2
Wind
7 km/h · E
Gust 24 km/h
Waves
0.3 m
Current
1 km/h · SW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa de Isla Perico
Isla Perico is located in the Pearl Islands archipelago, about 80 kilometers southeast of Panama City, in the Gulf of Panama. This small volcanic island is part of a constellation of landmasses dotting the turquoise waters of the Panamanian Pacific, where coral reefs and rocky seabeds dominate the underwater landscape. The surrounding coastline alternates between narrow sandy coves and rocky formations, typical of this island region where volcanic geology shapes every shore. The beach itself occupies a modest position within this dense coastal ecosystem. In the immediate vicinity, Playa de Isla Flamenco (0.5 km) and Playa Punta Culebra (0.7 km) offer accessible alternatives, while Playita de Amador (0.8 km) completes the local beach offerings. The site remains little developed, without formal tourist facilities, and access is mainly by boat from the island departure points. The calm waters of this protected bay favor swimming and snorkeling, revealing abundant marine life characteristic of tropical Pacific archipelagos. No beach infrastructure is documented on site. Swimming is done without official supervision, and access for people with reduced mobility is not developed. The Blue Flag status does not apply to this place. Visitors should anticipate a minimalist coastal experience, where the absence of amenities precisely constitutes the character of the site.
About this spot
Isla Perico, whose name evokes the parrot (loro in regional Spanish), belongs to the Pearl Islands archipelago discovered by Balboa in the early 16th century. These islands, formed by Miocene volcanic activity, long served as refuges for Caribbean pirates before becoming Spanish observation posts. Today, the island remains a renowned diving site for marine biologists studying the coral ecosystems of the tropical Pacific. Local fishermen continue to dock there regularly, perpetuating a discreet human presence that respects natural balances.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa de Isla Perico today?
30°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa de Isla Perico today?
7 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playa de Isla Perico?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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