September weather forecastSabaneta, Ecuador

Weather in September

The first month of the spring, September, is still a tropical month in Sabaneta, Ecuador, with an average temperature varying between 20.5°C (68.9°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

September's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. The average low-temperature during September nights is an agreeable 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

For September, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sabaneta, in September, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 296.9 rainfall days, and 2322mm (91.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:10 -05.

Sunshine

In Sabaneta, the average sunshine in September is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In September, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.