October weather forecast
Las Cumbres, Panama

October brings a significant change with the steady decline in temperature transitioning the weather of Las Cumbres. Winds pick up marginally, bringing a fresh feel to the otherwise lingering humidity. The precipitation sees a nice jump, cautioning residents about the upcoming rise in the rainfall. The pressure remains fairly constant throughout this period. Despite the higher chances of rain, October still carries ample sunshine hours for individuals to enjoy the city’s beauty.

Temperature

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

Heat index

During October, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. 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 highly critical 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.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 86%.

Rainfall

In Las Cumbres, in October, it is raining for 26.6 days, with typically 202mm (7.95") of accumulated precipitation. In Las Cumbres, during the entire year, the rain falls for 282 days and collects up to 1912mm (75.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:56 EST.

Sunshine

In Las Cumbres, the average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during October morphs into the following directions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.