Contadora Island
Island Small Pearl Islands resort island with beaches and villas
Part of Panama’s Pearl Islands, Contadora Island features sandy coves, small hotels and an airstrip; tourists come for snorkeling, sport fishing and short cruises from Panama City.
Contadora Island is one of the Pearl Islands (Archipiélago de las Perlas) in the Gulf of Panama, in Panamá Province. It is known as a resort and holiday island with tourist accommodations and beaches.
The island offers sandy beaches, small hotels and private villas, plus opportunities for swimming, snorkeling and boat trips to nearby islets. Contadora has the most developed tourist infrastructure among the Pearl Islands with shops and restaurants geared to visitors.
The Pearl Islands have long been used for fishing and as temporary settlements; Contadora developed in the 20th century as a destination for visitors and private homes. The island’s airport and basic services established it as a regional tourism hub.
Located within the Gulf of Panama among the Pearl Islands, Contadora lies off the Pacific coast of Panama and is visited by boat or short flights from Panama City.
- Airport access: Served by a small island airport with scheduled flights from Panama City and charter services, making it the most accessible of the Pearl Islands.
How to Get to Contadora Island #
Contadora is reached by small plane from Panama City (Albrook Airport) or by ferry from the Amador Causeway area and Panama City port. Flights take about 30 minutes; ferries are longer and weather-dependent.
Tips for Visiting Contadora Island #
- Book flights or ferries in advance during the high season - Contadora is a small island with limited accommodation.
- Explore by golf cart or scooter - the island is compact and motorized hire is common.
- Bring local currency; smaller vendors may not accept cards.
Best Time to Visit Contadora Island #
Best visited December-April for dry weather, calmer seas, and peak island services.
Weather & Climate near Contadora Island #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1873 mm/year), wettest in October with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (239 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (251 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (242 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (205 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (337 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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