September weather forecastPahou, Benin

September

Weather in September

September marks the beginning of the transition period from the rainy season to the dry season. The maximum temperature sees an increase to 28.2°C (82.8°F) with a reduction in rainfall compared to the prior month. Humidity levels start to decrease, and the sunshine hours also begin to ramp up. With an increase in visible daylight and easing rain, September is a signal of the upcoming dry and sunny months.

Temperature

Pahou, Benin, experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F) in September, marking an insignificant shift from 27.4°C (81.3°F) in August. During the month of September, Pahou identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Heat index

The heat index value for September is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Pahou, in September, it is raining for 24.5 days, with typically 89mm (3.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Pahou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.8 days and collects up to 678mm (26.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

September is the only month when snow falls in Pahou. September has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.1 days.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Pahou is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:42 WAT.

Sunshine

In Pahou, the average sunshine in September is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pahou are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in September, in Pahou, is 28.2°C (82.8°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.9°C (75°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

The average relative humidity in September in Pahou is 84%.

In Pahou, Benin, in September, during 24.5 rainfall days, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall days in Pahou is September, when snow falls for 0.1 days.

September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

The average day length in September is 12h and 9min.

On the first day of September in Pahou, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:42 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in September in Pahou, Benin, is 7.3h.

The months with the highest UV index in Pahou, Benin, are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Pahou, Benin, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average high temperature in September: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 23.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).

Average pressure in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average pressure in September: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average wind speed in September: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average humidity in September: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average rainfall in September: 89mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (16mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average rainfall days in September: 24.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall days in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 7h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average sunshine days in September: 2.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.7 days).

Average UV index in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average UV index in September: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average cloud cover in September: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in September
Pahou, Benin

  • Average visibility in September: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).