September weather forecastSilver Sands, Barbados

Weather in September

September clings tightly to a high rainfall pattern, clocking in at a significant 159mm (6.26"). The dampened weather does not deter tourists, thanks to the prolonged daylight, beautiful landscapes, and warm sea. As the transition towards October occurs, a decline in rain can be anticipated. While September may have plenty of rain, the generous sunshine hours balance the overall atmosphere.

Temperature

With the onset of September, Silver Sands's average high-temperature clocks in at a still tropical 30°C (86°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. The month of September records an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

Rainfall

In Silver Sands, in September, during 15 rainfall days, 159mm (6.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Silver Sands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 1238mm (48.74") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), September is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Silver Sands is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of September in Silver Sands, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:48 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Silver Sands are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In September, the maximum UV index of 12 suggests this advice:
Adopt every vital precaution, unprotected skin and eyes may burn rapidly. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.