September weather forecastEdirkottai, India

Weather in September

September, the last month of the rainy (monsoon) season in Edirkottai, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.9°C (78.6°F) and an average high of 34.5°C (94.1°F).

Temperature

September registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.5°C (94.1°F), slightly varied from August's 34.8°C (94.6°F). Throughout September, the average low-temperature in Edirkottai records at a warm 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during September is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly important for 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Edirkottai, India, the average relative humidity in September is 56%.

Rainfall

In September, in Edirkottai, India, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout September, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. In Edirkottai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.8 days and collects up to 689mm (27.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Edirkottai, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of September, in Edirkottai, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:10 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Edirkottai, India, is 9.1h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Edirkottai is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in September leads to these recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.