October weather forecast
Punta Avispa, Panama

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Punta Avispa, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

Punta Avispa marks the arrival of October with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), hardly different from September's 28.5°C (83.3°F). Punta Avispa marks an average drop to a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F) during nighttime in October, following the high of the day.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is estimated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In Punta Avispa, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In Punta Avispa, in October, during 23 rainfall days, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Punta Avispa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 276.3 days and collects up to 1405mm (55.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:05 EST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in October?
In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.2°C (82.8°F) and 25.5°C (77.9°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.
How many days does it rain in October?
In October, the rain falls for 23 days. Throughout October, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In Punta Avispa, the average day length in October is 11h and 55min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:05 EST.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in October?
In Punta Avispa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average rainfall in October: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (173mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (87mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (20.4 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (7.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (2.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Punta Avispa, Panama
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (9km).

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