September weather forecastSakouna, Benin

September

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Sakouna, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

As Sakouna transitions into September, the average high-temperature stands at a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. September brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) in Sakouna.

Heat index

For September, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Sakouna, Benin, is 83%.

Rainfall

In Sakouna, in September, during 22.6 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sakouna, there are 134.6 rainfall days, and 596mm (23.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sakouna, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

In Sakouna, Benin, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in September translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

In September, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sakouna, Benin, are 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 21.9°C (71.4°F) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F).

In September, the average relative humidity in Sakouna, Benin, is 83%.

In September, the rain falls for 22.6 days. Throughout September, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

In September, the average day length in Sakouna, Benin, is 12h and 10min.

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

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

  • Average high temperature in September: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 21.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average pressure in September: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average wind speed in September: 5.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and May (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average humidity in September: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (19%).

Average rainfall in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average rainfall in September: 93mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average rainfall days in September: 22.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average sunshine days in September: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average UV index in September: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average cloud cover in September: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in September
Sakouna, Benin

  • Average visibility in September: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).