September weather forecast
Catuano, Dominican Republic

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a hot month in Catuano, Dominican Republic, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°C (87.3°F) and min 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

Entering September, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from August's 31.3°C (88.3°F). During the nights in September, Catuano experiences a consistent average temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

September's average heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Catuano is 80%.

Rainfall

In Catuano, Dominican Republic, during September, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation. In Catuano, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.5 days and collects up to 632mm (24.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Catuano, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of September, in Catuano, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:24 AST.

Sunshine

In Catuano, the average sunshine in September is 9.2h.

UV index

March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during September morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.