September weather forecastPunalur, India

Weather in September

The last month of the rainy (monsoon) season, September, is a hot month in Punalur, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.4°C (72.3°F) and 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

The transition into September is marked with an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), showing an insignificant shift from August's 29.4°C (84.9°F). The average low-temperature during September nights is an agreeable 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

For September, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, September is the most humid month in Punalur, India.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout September, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is accumulated. In Punalur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 223.9 days and collects up to 1107mm (43.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Punalur, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:13 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 7.2h.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during September translates into the following guidance:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.