October weather forecast
San Vicente de Bique, Panama

October’s weather signifies a definitive shift towards drier conditions. A slight chill creeps into the nights with the minimum temperature dropping marginally. Furthermore, there's an anticipated reduction in daylight hours, shrinking the length of the day. Nonetheless, the UV index remains consistent, keeping the daytime heat in check. In stark contrast to this drying trend, October experiences a leap in rainfall to 221mm (8.7"), breaking the decreasing rainfall pattern from the past two months.

Temperature

With the onset of October, San Vicente de Bique's average high-temperature clocks in at a still moderately hot 28.7°C (83.7°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. San Vicente de Bique navigates through October with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a still moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is computed to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. 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. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 86%.

Rainfall

In San Vicente de Bique, in October, it is raining for 29.3 days, with typically 221mm (8.7") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in San Vicente de Bique, there are 294.6 rainfall days, and 1899mm (74.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In San Vicente de Bique, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October in San Vicente de Bique, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:56 EST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in San Vicente de Bique is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in San Vicente de Bique. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October leads to these instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.