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Isla Tigre, Panama

Bocas del Toro Province · Panama

Isla Tigre is a small town in Bocas del Toro Province, Panama with a population of 540. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

540 Population 20/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
105.3 in Annual Rain
America / Panama Timezone

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People

Population540
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain105.3 in/yr
Sunny Days145/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population540
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates9.1756°, -82.0822°
TimezoneAmerica/Panama
Country🇵🇦 Panama
State / ProvinceBocas del Toro Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation105.3 inches (2,675 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Isla Tigre

Isla Tigre is a small town in Panama (Bocas del Toro Province) with a population of 540. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.3 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.

Isla Tigre has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 145 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 105.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above Panama avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days145 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area27.8 sq mi (71.9 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates9.1756°N, 82.0822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Panama

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 105.3"
177% above Panama avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.87"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

476 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 6, 2025.

Apr 22, 1991 34 km S of Limón, Costa Rica M7.6 123 km
Jun 26, 2019 4 km SE of Aserrío de Gariché, Panama M6.2 108 km
May 4, 1991 16 km NE of Changuinola, Panama M6.2 55 km
Nov 9, 2001 33 km NE of Changuinola, Panama M6.1 57 km
Feb 4, 2004 2 km S of Finca Blanco, Panama M6.1 126 km
Apr 2, 2014 33 km SSW of Boca Chica, Panama M6.0 140 km
May 12, 2019 1 km W of Breñón, Panama M6.0 102 km
May 1, 2006 7 km NNW of Limones, Panama M5.9 143 km
Jun 30, 2005 3 km W of Progreso, Panama M5.9 119 km
Mar 11, 2009 15 km SW of Golfito, Costa Rica M5.9 145 km
Mar 11, 2009 15 km SW of Golfito, Costa Rica M5.9 146 km
Aug 3, 2002 4 km ESE of Puerto Armuelles, Panama M5.8 130 km
May 27, 1991 2 km SW of La Mesa, Panama M5.7 75 km
Sep 4, 2003 37 km S of Boca Chica, Panama M5.7 144 km
Jan 29, 2021 12 km SW of Puerto Armuelles, Panama M5.7 144 km
Jul 22, 2024 8 km SE of Puerto Armuelles, Panama M5.7 133 km
May 27, 2013 8 km SSW of Guabito, Panama M5.7 67 km
Oct 31, 1994 14 km S of Buenos Aires, Costa Rica M5.6 137 km
Jul 22, 2024 11 km ESE of Puerto Armuelles, Panama M5.6 130 km
May 26, 2008 11 km WNW of Finca Blanco, Panama M5.6 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2016 Otto Category 3 214 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 3 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

10 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1991 LIMON, PANDORA Earthquake 3.0 m 90 123 km
1916 BOCAS DEL TORO Earthquake 1.3 m 48 km
1934 COSTA RICA-PANAMA Earthquake 0.3 m 139 km
1941 COSTA RICA-PANAMA Earthquake 0.2 m 6 134 km
1983 COSTA RICA Earthquake 0.1 m 6 125 km
1962 COSTA RICA-PANAMA Earthquake 0.1 m 150 km
1854 COSTA RICA-PANAMA Eruption + Earthquake 126 km
1822 MATINA Earthquake 107 km
1798 MATINA Earthquake 145 km
1746 MATINA Earthquake 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 78°F (25°C) 5.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 4.0 in Driest
April 80°F (26°C) 7.2 in
May 80°F (27°C) 9.9 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 11.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 12.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 10.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 10.5 in
November 78°F (26°C) 10.9 in
December 78°F (25°C) 10.8 in

Isla Tigre has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 105.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.9") and March the driest (4.0").

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Museums in Isla Tigre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Plastic Bottle Village

Libraries in Isla Tigre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pública0.0
Biblioteca Pública0.0

Breweries in Isla Tigre

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Micro Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Isla Tigre

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Isla Tigre

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International AirportBOCMedium Airport
Changuinola Captain Manuel Niño International AirportCHXMedium Airport
Alvaro Berroa AirportSmall Airport
Deborah AirportSmall Airport
Finca 32 AirportSmall Airport
Finca 45 AirportSmall Airport
Finca 67 AirportSmall Airport
Sixaola AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Panama

🇵🇦 About Panama

Capital Panama City
Population 4,176,873
Area 78,200 km²
GDP (USD) $83,812,155,244
GDP per capita $18,797
HDI 0.820
Life expectancy 79.6 years
Internet users 68.6%
Urban population 65.9%
Currency PAB (Balboa)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +507
TLD .pa
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Panama

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 9 Martyr's Day Martyr's Day
Feb 16 Carnival Carnival
Feb 17 Carnival Carnival
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Separation Day Separation Day
Nov 4 Flag Day Flag Day
Nov 5 Colon Day Colón Day
Nov 10 Shout in Villa de los Santos Shout in Villa de los Santos
Nov 28 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 8 Mother's Day Mother's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Isla Tigre

What is the population of Isla Tigre?

Isla Tigre has a population of 540 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Isla Tigre?

Isla Tigre has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 145 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.3 inches.

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