September weather forecast
Alajuela, Costa Rica

September

Weather in September

September, in Alajuela, Costa Rica, experiences daily high and low temperatures similar to the earlier months, while embracing other changes in weather parameters. Daylight hours are on a gradual decline while the cloud cover is denser resulting in fewer sunshine hours. Rainfall of 321mm (12.64") over approximately 29.3 days and a slight reduction in visibility are typical of the continued wet season. Additionally, a drop in average wind speed reflects the calmness of this month in terms of wind activity. The UV index maintains its previous score, marking consistency in this parameter.

Temperature

The transition into September reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F), mirroring a close resemblance to August. Alajuela records a mean low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F) in September.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 89%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 29.3 days. Throughout September, 321mm (12.64") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 289.5 rainfall days, and 2506mm (98.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Alajuela, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:28 CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During September, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in September?
An average high-temperature, in September, in Alajuela, is 24.5°C (76.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 17.5°C (63.5°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in September in Alajuela?
The average relative humidity in September is 89%.
How much does it rain in September?
In September, the rain falls for 29.3 days. Throughout September, 321mm (12.64") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in September?
The average day length in September is 12h and 11min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in September?
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:28 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Alajuela have in September?
The average sunshine duration in September in Alajuela is 7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in September?
In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average temperature in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in September: 24.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.2°C).

Average pressure in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average pressure in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in September: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average wind speed in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in September: 3.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.9km/h).

Average humidity in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average humidity in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in September: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average rainfall in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in September: 321mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (421mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (25mm).

Average rainfall days in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average rainfall days in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in September: 29.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 1min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average sunshine days in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in September: 0.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.4 days).

Average UV index in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average UV index in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average cloud cover in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in September: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in September - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Average visibility in September
Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in September: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (6km).

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