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San Ignacio de Tupile, Panama
Guna Yala · Panama
San Ignacio de Tupile is a small town in Guna Yala, Panama with a population of 1,429. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Ignacio de Tupile
Kanir-Dup is a town in the Kuna Yala province of Panama. It is located in an island off of its northeast coast. The town is often times called San Ignacio de Tupile or Isla Gallina. It is part of the municipality or corregimiento of Ailigandi
People
Climate
| Population | 1,429 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2951°, -78.1550° |
| Timezone | America/Panama |
| Country | 🇵🇦 Panama |
| State / Province | Guna Yala |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.6 inches (2,530 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Ignacio de Tupile
San Ignacio de Tupile is a small town in Panama (Guna Yala) with a population of 1,429. 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 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.6 inches. The timezone is America/Panama.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Panama avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 156 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 237.6 sq mi (615.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2951°N, 78.1550°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 | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
San Ignacio de Tupile has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 99.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.8") and March the driest (1.2").
Schools in San Ignacio de Tupile
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Carlos López Inaqueliguina | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near San Ignacio de Tupile
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Achutupu Airport | ACU | Small Airport |
| Ailigandí Airport | AIL | Small Airport |
| Caledonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | CZJ | Small Airport |
| Mamitupu Airport | MPI | Small Airport |
| Mansukun Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mulatupo Airport | MPP | Small Airport |
| Nusatupo Airport | — | 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
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Ignacio de Tupile
What is the population of San Ignacio de Tupile?
San Ignacio de Tupile has a population of 1,429 residents and is located in Panama. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 237.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Ignacio de Tupile?
San Ignacio de Tupile has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 99.6 inches.