October weather forecastAltamira, Panama

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Altamira, Panama, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.7°C (83.7°F) and min 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

October and November are the coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is estimated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Altamira, Panama, is 86%.

Rainfall

In Altamira, during October, the rain falls for 26.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation. In Altamira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 282 days and collects up to 1912mm (75.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Altamira, Panama, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Altamira, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:55 EST.

Sunshine

In Altamira, the average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Altamira. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Altamira, the coldest months are October and November, registering an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F).

The high-temperature, in October, in Altamira, records 28.7°C (83.7°F), while the low-temperature is 24°C (75.2°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

In Altamira, Panama, the average relative humidity in October is 86%.

In Altamira, Panama, during October, the rain falls for 26.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.

The average day length in October in Altamira, Panama, is 11h and 55min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, in Altamira, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:55 EST.

In Altamira, Panama, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average high temperature

29.1°C

28.7°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.6km/h

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8.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.1

3.7

0.8

Average UV index

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Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Altamira, Panama

Average high temperature in October: 28.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (28.7°C).

Average low temperature in October: 24°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (24.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (23.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Altamira, Panama

Average pressure in October: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Altamira, Panama

Average wind speed in October: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and September (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Altamira, Panama

Average humidity in October: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and November (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Altamira, Panama

Average rainfall in October: 202mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (273mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Altamira, Panama

Average rainfall days in October: 26.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.6 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Altamira, Panama

Average daylight in October: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

Average sunshine in October: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Altamira, Panama

Average sunshine days in October: 3.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Altamira, Panama

Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).