September weather forecast
Abaji, Nigeria

September, the first month of the autumn in Abaji, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22°C (71.6°F) and max 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

September's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), hardly different from the previous month. In September, the recorded average low-temperature in Abaji is a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of September, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. 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.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Abaji, Nigeria, is 86%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 23 days. Throughout September, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated. In Abaji, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.9 days and collects up to 727mm (28.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 7h.

UV index

July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Abaji. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in September transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.