September weather forecast
Scotts Head, Dominica

Scotts Head in September can be said to experience the height of the wet season. Rainfall tops the chart at 250mm (9.84"), the highest level encountered throughout the year in this region. The drop in daily temperatures is hardly noticeable, ensuring the summery ambiance remains vibrant. Despite an extended period of below-average sunshine, September's tropical vibes are far from dampened. The trend of high rainfall and steady temperatures continues into October, albeit with a reduced amount of precipitation.

Temperature

Scotts Head's temperature peaks during May through October, with an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).

Rainfall

In Scotts Head, in September, it is raining for 24 days, with typically 250mm (9.84") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 219 rainfall days, and 1996mm (78.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

September and October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Scotts Head.
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:55 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Scotts Head, Dominica, are January, February, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 12 in September interprets into the following advice:
Implement every essential safety step. Individuals with fair skin might receive burns in less than 5 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Directly after outdoor activities or swimming, a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ should be applied generously and reapplied frequently. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.