September weather forecastEl Salado, Cuba

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a tropical month in El Salado, Cuba, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

September begins with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. Throughout September, El Salado witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout September, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In El Salado, during September, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation. In El Salado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.4 days and collects up to 558mm (21.97") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:38. On the last day of September, in El Salado, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 19:09 CDT.

Sunshine

In El Salado, the average sunshine in September is 9h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In September, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.