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Achutupo, Panama
Guna Yala · Panama
Achutupo is a small town in Guna Yala, Panama with a population of 1,753. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Achutupo
Achutupo is an island town in the San Blas archipelago of Panama, located .7 kilometres (0.4 mi) off the Kuna Yala comarca (district) coast. The island is sometimes called Isla Perro or Dog Island. It has a total area of around 0.1 km2, with a population density of around 15,860 people per km2, resulting in Achutupo being one of the most densely populated islands in the world.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,753 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.1983°, -77.9873° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Guna Yala |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.7 inches (1,897 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Achutupo
Achutupo is a small town in Panama (Guna Yala) with a population of 1,753. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.7 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 237.6 sq mi (615.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.1983°N, 77.9873°W |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1882 | SAN BLAS ARCHIPELAGO | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 100 | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in |
Achutupo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 74.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.9") and February the driest (0.6").
Hotels in Achutupo
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Achutupo
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Achutupu Airport | ACU | Small Airport |
| Ailigandí Airport | AIL | Small Airport |
| Alcides Fernández Airport | ACD | Small Airport |
| Caledonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Capurganá Airport | CPB | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | CZJ | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mamitupu Airport | MPI | Small Airport |
| Mansukun Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mulatupo Airport | MPP | Small Airport |
| Ogobsucum Airport | OGM | Small Airport |
| Playón Chico Airport | PYC | Small Airport |
| Puerto Obaldía Airport | PUE | Small Airport |
| Río Azúcar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Río Tigre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ticantiquí Airport | TJC | Small Airport |
| Tubualá Airport | TUW | Small Airport |
| Tupile Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ustupu Airport | UTU | Small Airport |
| Wannukandi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wannukandi Airport | NBL | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Panama
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What is the population of Achutupo?
Achutupo has a population of 1,753 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 237.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Achutupo?
Achutupo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.7 inches.