September weather forecast
Dogondoutchi, Niger

September manifests a respite from the rainy season, with a sharp decrease in Dogondoutchi's rainfall. The end of the rainy season sees a dramatic fall in the levels of relative humidity, from 56% to 47%. This indicated shift slowly nudges the landscape back towards the arid and dry baseline climate. Long bouts of sunshine dominate the September climate, marking the advent of a hotter and dryer spell. With a lower cloud cover and reducing rainfall, September effectively balances the transition between the intense wet season and the impending dry spell.

Temperature

In September, Dogondoutchi notes an average high-temperature of a very hot 36.5°C (97.7°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Dogondoutchi's temperature lowers to a mean of 26.8°C (80.2°F) during the nights in September.

Heat index

September's mean heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values hold great significance to children. 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Dogondoutchi is 47%.

Rainfall

In September, in Dogondoutchi, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout September, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dogondoutchi, Niger, there are 47 rainfall days, and 186mm (7.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dogondoutchi, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:34 WAT.

Sunshine

In Dogondoutchi, the average sunshine in September is 9.8h.

UV index

In Dogondoutchi, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In September, the maximum UV index of 8 transforms into these recommendations:
Being unprotected puts skin and eyes at risk of rapid damage. Always be safe. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.