October weather forecast
El Anón, Panama

October, like September, in El Anón, Panama, is another warm autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low of 22.1°C (71.8°F), October stands out as the coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

July through October, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In October, in El Anón, the rain falls for 31 days. Throughout October, 300mm (11.81") of precipitation is accumulated. In El Anón, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

In El Anón, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of October, in El Anón, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:02 EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, October has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.