September weather forecast
Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo

September records marginally lower temperatures from 20.3°C (68.5°F) to 30.7°C (87.3°F) in Kisangani. The climate resembles a poetic amalgamation of cloudy skies, scattered showers, and warm sunshine. The city receives the maximum rainfall in this month, revealing its tropical rainforest climate. The undeterred wind flow adds movement to an otherwise moist climate scenario. An increase in cloud cover and a decrease in visibility reflect the weather's changing dynamics as Kisangani transitions from the raining season.

Temperature

Transitioning into September, Kisangani records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), almost identical to August's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Kisangani, in September, experiences an average temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) at night.

Heat index

For September, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In September, in Kisangani, the rain falls for 27.6 days. Throughout September, 167mm (6.57") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kisangani, during the entire year, the rain falls for 280.8 days and collects up to 1438mm (56.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Kisangani is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:12 CAT.

Sunshine

In Kisangani, the average sunshine in September is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kisangani are March, June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in September interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. 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. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.