September weather forecastBassa, Cameroon

September

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Bassa, Cameroon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.7°C (83.7°F) and 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

With the advent of September, Bassa's high-temperatures adjust to a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. During the month of September, the temperature falls to an average of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of September, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bassa, in September, during 25.8 rainfall days, 165mm (6.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bassa, Cameroon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.8 days and collects up to 1382mm (54.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.

Sunshine

In Bassa, the average sunshine in September is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bassa are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in September translates into this advice:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

Bassa in September has an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

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

In September, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout September, 165mm (6.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in September in Bassa, Cameroon, is 12h and 8min.

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, in Bassa, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.

In September, the average sunshine duration in Bassa, Cameroon, is 7h.

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average high temperature in September: 28.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (33.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 23.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and September (23.4°C).

Average pressure in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average pressure in September: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average wind speed in September: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (6km/h).

Average humidity in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average humidity in September: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (72%).

Average rainfall in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average rainfall in September: 165mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (249mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (23mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average rainfall days in September: 25.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and October (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (14.3 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average sunshine days in September: 3.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2 days).

Average UV index in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average UV index in September: 6

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

Average cloud cover in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average cloud cover in September: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in September
Bassa, Cameroon

  • Average visibility in September: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).