October weather forecast
Setegantí, Panama

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Setegantí, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.7°C (76.5°F) and max 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

Setegantí in October witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), indicating a slight variation from September's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Setegantí navigates through October with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a still warm 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. 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 are particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March and October, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 29.7 days. Throughout October, 206mm (8.11") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 343.1 rainfall days, and 1859mm (73.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:50 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Setegantí is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March and October, 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.