September weather forecast
Okpedie, Benin

September, the first month of the autumn in Okpedie, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.6°C (70.9°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Okpedie experiences a minor change to a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) in average high-temperature during September, closely reflecting August. Throughout the nights in September, an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) is noted.

Heat index

For September, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Okpedie are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Okpedie is September, when the rain falls for 28 days and typically aggregates up to 154mm (6.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Okpedie, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is September, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Okpedie are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.