October weather forecast
El Guabo, Panama

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in El Guabo, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

El Guabo experiences its coldest period in October and November, averaging a high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index for October is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative 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. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, October is the most humid month in El Guabo.

Rainfall

In El Guabo, Panama, in October, during 28.9 rainfall days, 203mm (7.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In El Guabo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 247.4 days and collects up to 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In El Guabo, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 55min.
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 Guabo, the average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in El Guabo. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.