October weather forecastTole, Panama

Weather in October

October, like September, in Tole, Panama, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low of 22.1°C (71.8°F), October stands out as the coldest month.

Heat index

October's mean heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

July through October, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months in Tole.

Rainfall

In Tole, in October, it is raining for 31 days, with typically 300mm (11.81") of accumulated precipitation. In Tole, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Tole, Panama, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:05 EST.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tole, Panama, are July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during October translates into the following directions:
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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.