October weather forecast
Río Indio, Panama

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Río Indio, Panama, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

Río Indio witnesses its lowest temperatures during October and November, when the average high-temperature reaches 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Río Indio, during October, the rain falls for 28.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 203mm (7.99") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 247.4 rainfall days, and 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:58 EST.

Sunshine

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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?
October and November are known as Río Indio's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F).
How hot does it get in October?
The high-temperature, in October, in Río Indio, records 29.3°C (84.7°F), while the low-temperature is 22.5°C (72.5°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).
What is the most humid month?
October is the most humid month in Río Indio, with an average relative humidity of 88%.
What is the average humidity in October?
The average relative humidity in October in Río Indio is 88%.
How much does it rain in October?
In October, the rain falls for 28.9 days. Throughout October, 203mm (7.99") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Río Indio have in October?
In Río Indio, the average day length in October is 11h and 56min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:58 EST.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.
When is the lowest UV index?
July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average temperature in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average high temperature in October: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (32.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (29.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22.3°C).

Average pressure in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average pressure in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average pressure in October: 1009.9mbar

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

Average wind speed in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average wind speed in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average humidity in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average humidity in October: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average rainfall in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average rainfall in October: 203mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (228mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average rainfall days in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average rainfall days in October: 28.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Río Indio, 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: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average sunshine days in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average sunshine days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.7 days).

Average UV index in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average UV index in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average cloud cover in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October - Río Indio, Panama
Average visibility in October
Río Indio, Panama
  • Average visibility in October: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is October (6km).

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