September weather forecastPunta Gorda, Belize

Weather in September

The month of September marks the contraction of the rainy season in Punta Gorda. In this month, rain clouds start receding, giving way to more clear skies. However, the decline of rainfall does not mean the end of it. With the average temperature hitting around 31.3°C (88.3°F), it is a notably hot month in Punta Gorda. The plentiful sunshine aids in drying up the moisture, and the scenery slowly begins to change.

Temperature

September tends to be the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of September, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Punta Gorda, the average relative humidity in September is 78%.

Rainfall

In Punta Gorda, in September, during 25.8 rainfall days, 122mm (4.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Punta Gorda, Belize, during the entire year, the rain falls for 293.1 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Punta Gorda, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:44 CST.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Punta Gorda, Belize, is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during September, leads to the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.