September weather forecastEl Amparo, Guatemala

September

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a tropical month in El Amparo, Guatemala, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°C (75°F) and max 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

September welcomes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), not much different from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 23.9°C (75°F) is expected during September.

Heat index

For most parts of September, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in El Amparo.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 27.8 days. Throughout September, 182mm (7.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In El Amparo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227 days and collects up to 1231mm (48.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:57 CST.

Sunshine

In El Amparo, Guatemala, the average sunshine in September is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during September morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in September, in El Amparo, records 30.1°C (86.2°F), while the low-temperature is 23.9°C (75°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 37°C (98.6°F).

The months with the highest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

In September, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In September, the rain falls for 27.8 days. Throughout September, 182mm (7.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

In September, the average day length is 12h and 13min.

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:57 CST.

The average sunshine duration in September is 10.6h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average high temperature in September: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 23.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22.2°C).

Average pressure in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average pressure in September: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average wind speed in September: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average humidity in September: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (63%).

Average rainfall in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall in September: 182mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (244mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (6mm).

Average rainfall days in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall days in September: 27.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average sunshine days in September: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.6 days).

Average UV index in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average UV index in September: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average cloud cover in September: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in September
El Amparo, Guatemala

  • Average visibility in September: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August and September (9km).