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Bastimentos Island Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bastimentos Island, Panama in October.

Planning a getaway to Bastimentos Island, Panama this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Bastimentos Island in October

Bastimentos Island, Panama is a region in Panama. October in Bastimentos Island generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Bocas del Toro. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in Bastimentos Island, Panama, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Bocas del Toro with an average of 302 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Isla del Rey with 380 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Bocas del Toro gets approximately 140 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Bastimentos Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bastimentos Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Bocas del Toro)

Best Places to Visit in Bastimentos Island in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bastimentos Island.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bastimentos Island

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Bastimentos Island, Panama?

Temperature range in Bastimentos Island (October)

Precipitation variation in Bastimentos Island (October)

Bocas del Toro

In October Bocas del Toro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
140 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
302 mm (12 in)
397 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Bastimentos

In October Bastimentos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
140 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
318 mm (13 in)
431 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Isla del Rey

In October Isla del Rey generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
337 mm (13 in)
380 mm (15 in)
349 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
22 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Bastimentos Island, in Panama.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bastimentos Island in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bocas del Toro 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 302 mm (12 in)
Bastimentos 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 318 mm (13 in)
Isla del Rey 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 380 mm (15 in)

Bastimentos Island weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bastimentos Island, Panama in October?

Expect poor weather across Bastimentos Island, Panama in October. The popular destination of Bocas del Toro averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Bastimentos Island, Panama in October?

Bocas del Toro averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Bastimentos Island, Panama get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Bocas del Toro records an average of 302 mm (12 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Bastimentos Island, Panama.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Bastimentos Island, Panama?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Bastimentos Island, Panama due to the typically poor weather in Bocas del Toro.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February and March offering mostly pleasant weather in Bocas del Toro. The weather in May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Bastimentos Island.

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