September weather forecast
Tarifa, Ecuador

September, the first month of the spring in Tarifa, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°C (68.5°F) and max 32.4°C (90.3°F).

Temperature

Tarifa's weather in September displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F), showing minor disparity from August's 31.8°C (89.2°F). A striking departure from daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is witnessed in Tarifa during September.

Heat index

During September, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Tarifa, in September, during 12 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 235.3 rainfall days, and 1397mm (55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tarifa, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:12 -05.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Tarifa is 9.1h.

UV index

September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in September transforms into the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.