September weather forecast
Middle Quarters, Jamaica

September, the first month of the autumn in Middle Quarters, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of September brings an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), closely following the temperature pattern of August. Middle Quarters temperatures generally rest at a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) during the September nights.

Heat index

Throughout September, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
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. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Middle Quarters is 85%.

Rainfall

In Middle Quarters, in September, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 190mm (7.48") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 297.9 rainfall days, and 1472mm (57.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of September in Middle Quarters, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:00 EST.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Middle Quarters is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.