September weather forecast
Doukouyo, Ivory Coast

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Doukouyo, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

September's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), slightly deviating from August's 29.1°C (84.4°F). Throughout September, the average low-temperature records at a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

In September, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. 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 hold particular importance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The most humid month in Doukouyo is September, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Doukouyo, during September, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 261.6 rainfall days, and 919mm (36.18") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:15 GMT.

Sunshine

August and September, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Doukouyo.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during September morphs into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.