September weather forecastBaranoa, Colombia

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a tropical month in Baranoa, Colombia, with an average temperature varying between 26°C (78.8°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for September is a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures consistently average a moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) during September.

Heat index

The heat index value for September is computed to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 22.5 days. Throughout September, 135mm (5.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.5 rainfall days, and 1010mm (39.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Baranoa is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of September, in Baranoa, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:50 -05.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Baranoa is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Baranoa are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in September translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.