September weather forecastDamé, Ivory Coast

Weather in September

September continues the trend of warmer temperatures seen in August, with rainfall and humidity remaining relatively consistent with the previous few months. Damé retains the overcast conditions, with cloudy skies dominating the weather pattern. Sunshine becomes slightly more frequent as the month progresses, hinting at brighter days in the upcoming months. The UV index for the period remains stable, ensuring a steady amount of daylight throughout the day. Moving out of September, Damé residents look forward to more sunny days and less rainfall in October.

Temperature

Damé, Ivory Coast, registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) at the commencement of September, closely related to the preceding month. During the September nights, an average temperature of 21.1°C (70°F) is observed in Damé.

Heat index

For September, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, September is the most humid month in Damé.

Rainfall

In Damé, in September, during 24 rainfall days, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 241.5 rainfall days, and 924mm (36.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:04 GMT.

Sunshine

In Damé, the average sunshine in September is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during September morphs into the following directions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.