September weather forecast
Kirkuk, Iraq

September ushers in a respite from the high heat, although the first rains remain elusive. A coolness descends upon Kirkuk as the temperatures recede, varying between 23.2°C (73.8°F) and 38.7°C (101.7°F). Daylight starts to surrender to the cooler evenings, shortening to roughly 12.4 hours. As the UV index levels dip to 8, the severity of the sunburn begins to lessen, enabling more ease in outdoor ventures. The leap from September's heat to October's mellow warmth signals the onset of autumn and the return of sporadic showers.

Temperature

The shift from August to September in Kirkuk, Iraq, coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a sweltering 38.7°C (101.7°F) from a blisteringly hot 42.8°C (109°F). During September, Kirkuk reports a marked contrast from daily peak temperatures, with an average nighttime reading of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Rainfall

January through July, September through December are months with rainfall in Kirkuk. September is the first month it rains in Kirkuk, Iraq. Throughout September, Kirkuk receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. During the entire year, Kirkuk aggregates up to 361mm (14.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Kirkuk is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of September, in Kirkuk, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:47 +03.

Sunshine

In Kirkuk, the average sunshine in September is 12h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 8 in September interprets into the following advice:
Prioritize your safety. Without precautions, skin and eyes might get hurt quickly. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.