September weather forecast
Ottapalam, India

September, the last month of the rainy (monsoon) season in Ottapalam, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

September's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), barely different from August's 28.1°C (82.6°F). In the month of September, an average of 21.4°C (70.5°F) marks the low-temperature in Ottapalam, India.

Heat index

The average heat index in September is computed to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Ottapalam, the average relative humidity in September is 85%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 22 days. Throughout September, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ottapalam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 226.8 days and collects up to 1272mm (50.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ottapalam, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:15 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Ottapalam, the average sunshine in September is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in September translates into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.