September weather forecastKarobouarou, Benin

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Karobouarou, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.4°C (84.9°F) and min 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

September reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), slightly varied from August's 28.4°C (83.1°F). Throughout the month of September, Karobouarou expects an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

During September, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Karobouarou is 85%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 23.5 days. Throughout September, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Karobouarou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 607mm (23.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:40 WAT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Karobouarou is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in September, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.