October weather forecast
El Arado, Panama

October, like September, in El Arado, Panama, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°C (84°F) and min 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Temperature

The start of October sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), showing little difference from September's 29.2°C (84.6°F). The average low-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F) is witnessed during October.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 86%.

Rainfall

In El Arado, in October, it is raining for 29.6 days, with typically 191mm (7.52") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in El Arado, there are 308.7 rainfall days, and 1598mm (62.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in El Arado is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October in El Arado, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:56 EST.

Sunshine

In El Arado, the average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during October translates into the following directions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.