September weather forecastKimbimi, Congo

Weather in September

The first month of the spring, September, is still a tropical month in Kimbimi, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°C (90.5°F) and 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

Kimbimi experiences its highest average temperatures in September, reaching a peak of 32.5°C (90.5°F) and a minimum of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index for September is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Kimbimi, the average relative humidity in September is 61%.

Rainfall

In September, in Kimbimi, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout September, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 234.2 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Kimbimi is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kimbimi, Congo, the average sunshine in September is 8.3h.

UV index

August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kimbimi, Congo. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.