October weather forecast
Penonome, Panama

October brings the promise of an impending dry season in Penonome, Panama. However, residents experience occasional bouts of heavy rainfall and persistent humidity. Daylight hours gradually decrease, indicating the slow arrival of the cooler months. A similar temperature pattern prevails, with the highest at 29.3°C (84.7°F) and the lowest at 22.4°C (72.3°F). The city records its second-highest rainfall, accumulating to 203mm (7.99") during the month.

Temperature

October and November are known as Penonome's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of October, in Penonome, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:59 EST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.