October weather forecastLa Arena, Panama

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in La Arena, Panama, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

La Arena's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during October and November, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during October is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

October is the most humid month in La Arena, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.3 days and accumulates 197mm (7.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of October, in La Arena, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:00 EST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 6, October is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in October leads to these guidelines:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Updated: Aug 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

La Arena's lowest temperatures tend to occur in October and November, with an average high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

The high-temperature during October is 29°C (84.2°F) and the low-temperature is 23.1°C (73.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In October, the average relative humidity is 86%.

The month with the most rainfall in La Arena is October, when the rain falls for 30.3 days and typically aggregates up to 197mm (7.76") of precipitation.

In La Arena, during October, the rain falls for 30.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 197mm (7.76") of precipitation.

In October, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:00 EST.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

With an average maximum UV index of 6, October is the month with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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October

Nov

Average high temperature

29.5°C

29°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.3km/h

7.8km/h

9.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.5

0.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
La Arena, Panama

Average high temperature in October: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (29°C).

Average low temperature in October: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°C).

Average pressure in October
La Arena, Panama

Average pressure in October: 1009.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
La Arena, Panama

Average wind speed in October: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6km/h).

Average humidity in October
La Arena, Panama

Average humidity in October: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in October
La Arena, Panama

Average rainfall in October: 197mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (197mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in October
La Arena, Panama

Average rainfall days in October: 30.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
La Arena, 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 42min).

Average sunshine in October: 7h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
La Arena, Panama

Average sunshine days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are October and November (0.5 days).

Average UV index in October
La Arena, Panama

Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
La Arena, Panama

Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
La Arena, Panama

Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (8km).