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Isla Bajo Pipón is a BeachFinder spot in PA, PA. Today, compare water temperature 30°C, wind 7 km/h · W, uv 7.8, waves 1.3 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 61/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
30°C
Wind
7 km/h · W
UV
7.8
Waves
1.3 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 5, 01:15 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 61/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 5, 01:15 PM
Water temp
30°C
Air temp
30°C
Feels like
36°C
UV index
7.8
Wind
7 km/h · W
Gust 28 km/h
Waves
1.3 m
Current
0 km/h · SE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Isla Bajo Pipón
Isla Bajo Pipón is located on the Caribbean coast of Panama, in the province of Bocas del Toro, about 5 kilometers offshore from the mainland coast. This small island emerges from the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, surrounded by a barrier of coral reefs and mangroves that characterize the Bocas del Toro archipelago. The surrounding coastline alternates between white sandy beaches and rocky formations covered with dense tropical vegetation, typical of this region where the influence of the Amazon jungle extends to the shores. The island itself offers an isolated experience, far from standardized coastal facilities. Unlike Playa San Pedro and Playa Las Pavas, located 5 and 5.1 kilometers away respectively, Isla Bajo Pipón retains a wild and little-frequented character. Access requires a boat, which naturally limits visitor numbers and preserves the intimacy of the place. The shallow seabed invites snorkeling and diving, revealing abundant coral life and colorful tropical fish. At low tide, sandbanks emerge, creating interior lagoons of remarkable clarity. No infrastructure is present on the island: no toilets, no parking, no supervision. The absence of the Blue Flag label reflects this lack of formal tourist facilities. Beach access is not suitable for people with reduced mobility, and no restaurant services are established there. This configuration makes it a site for self-sufficient travelers, equipped with their own gear and prepared for self-sufficiency.
About this spot
The name "Bajo Pipón" likely refers to a local geographical formation or a historical reference to colonial coastal navigation. This area is part of the Bocas del Toro archipelago, discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1502 and later became a major center for cocoa and banana trade. The islands long served as refuges for Caribbean pirates and privateers before becoming trading posts. Today, Isla Bajo Pipón remains relatively untouched by the mass tourism that characterizes certain sectors of the archipelago, preserving the exploratory atmosphere sought by early navigators of these waters.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Isla Bajo Pipón today?
30°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Isla Bajo Pipón today?
7 km/h · W. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Isla Bajo Pipón?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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