October weather forecastEl Cacao, Panama

Weather in October

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

Temperature

October's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F) from September's 29.2°C (84.6°F). El Cacao throughout October, records an average low-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In El Cacao, in October, it is raining for 29.6 days, with typically 191mm (7.52") of accumulated precipitation. In El Cacao, Panama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 308.7 days and collects up to 1598mm (62.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:58 EST.

Sunshine

In El Cacao, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October translates into the following guidance:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.